On May 5th, 2023, a working group meeting was held for the 2023 Virginia Residential Solar and Energy Efficiency Workforce Gap Analysis. The purpose of the meeting was to contribute input to the report, which aims to identify limitations in Virginia’s residential solar and energy efficiency workforce, along with recommendations for addressing them. The meeting …
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Puerto Rico May 2023 State Update
BPA has been working with several leaders in Puerto Rico, most recently on a presentation and proposal for a formal Needs Assessment. The proposed plan includes an in-person and virtual assessment as well as certification opportunities with Building Science Principles and Healthy Homes to help build a workforce.
Pennsylvania May 2023 State Update
The Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance (KEEA), in partnership with BPA, has formed a contractor working group to meet regularly around state-level workforce development initiatives.
Ohio May 2023 State Update
The Ohio BPA group has selected several leaders to help guide efforts for the implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) programs in communication with their state energy officials.
Maine May 2023 State Update
BPA State Outreach Coordinators Xavier Walter and Maria Lewis conducted a two-day Building Science Principles (BSP) training in Maine for the state’s asylum seekers. This specific training was created through a partnership between BPA, Quality Housing Coalition, and Evergreen Home Performance. More than 30 attendees from several countries came for two days to learn about …
Delaware May 2023 State Update
The Building Performance Association (BPA) has formalized an Affiliate agreement with the state of Delaware. Delaware and BPA recently held their first in-person meeting with contractors and community leaders, including nonprofit agencies. The primary objective of the meeting was to emphasize the significance of completing Delaware’s needs assessment and address the existing gaps in the …
California May 2023 State Update
In March, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) adopted first in the nation rules eliminating nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from gas appliances. The rules will ban the sale of NOx-emitting natural gas water heaters in 2027 and prohibit NOx-emitting furnaces in 2029 and large commercial water heaters in 2031. Legislative: The California state …
2023 National Home Performance Conference & Trade Show Recap
Quick Links Photo Gallery | Attendee Info Page | Agenda Our 37th annual conference brought together thousands of contractors, weatherization professionals, trainers, program administrators, energy auditors, and others working in residential energy efficiency for the latest industry education. This event was hosted April 17-20, 2023, in Seattle, WA. 2,650 attendees walked away with the latest …
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Delaware In-Person Meet & Greet – May 11, 2023
The Delaware Building Performance Association will be hosting an In-Person Meet & Greet on May 11, 2023. Meet and connect with other members of BPA in Delaware, the new official affiliate of BPA. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your fellow professionals and advance your knowledge and skills. See below for more details. Where: …
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Jay Inslee, Governor of Washington, to Speak at BPA’s National Conference
We are excited to welcome Governor of Washington, Jay Inslee as a featured speaker at our national conference hosted this April 17-20. Governor Inslee will spotlight the critical role Washington’s growing energy efficiency sector plays in bolstering the state’s economy and supporting a healthier, more sustainable environment during the welcome and general session on day …
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