The bill would extend authorization of the Weatherization Assistance Program through 2030, reducing energy bills and supporting contractor jobs Today, the full House Energy & Commerce Committee unanimously advanced bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) through 2030 in a 50-0 vote. The legislation would also nearly double the statutory Average Cost Per […]
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January 2, 2026 — 0
Building Performance Association to Launch Energy Efficiency Apprenticeship Program in Massachusetts
Massachusetts – The Building Performance Association (BPA) today announced that it will launch a new, federally approved apprenticeship program in Massachusetts for energy efficiency workers. Supported by funding from E4TheFuture, Inc., this program will provide pathways for energy specialist and weatherization careers and advance business growth in Massachusetts. The initiative will diversify entry-level employment by energy efficiency and decarbonization companies, and create career opportunities for individuals from populations that are historically underrepresented in the energy industry. Over time, BPA will initiate similar programs in additional states, broadening impact and helping to meet […]
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New tool for home energy decisions
What would be the impact of switching to a time-of-use electricity rate? How much solar do I need? What if I bought an EV, how would that affect my solar needs and energy spend? These questions get complicated. A new free toolkit was recently launched to help homeowners navigate these decisions. Check it out at […]
Read MoreJuly 18, 2023 — 0
Why a $90 million push could help U.S. buildings withstand climate disasters
The Energy Department will distribute the grants to 27 projects in 26 states and the District of Columbia. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm will announce the funding on Wednesday during a visit to Louisiana, where Hurricane Katrina in 2005 destroyed or damaged more than 800,000 homes and caused an estimated $125 billion in damage overall.
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DOE Announces $90 Million To Support Resilient and Efficient Building Energy Codes
As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million in competitive awards to help states, cities, tribes, and partnering organizations implement updated energy codes for buildings. Funded by the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, these awards will support 27 projects across 26 states and the District of […]
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This Isn’t HGTV
The City’s Home Rehab and Energy Efficiency program is here to help homeowners make needed repairs. The City of Columbia’s Housing Programs Division strives to ameliorate Columbia’s shortage of affordable housing through a variety of programs, including its Home Rehab and Energy Efficiency Program. The program is designed to bring existing homes up to code, […]
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Transforming nursing homes into healthy living spaces
With the COVID-19 pandemic exposing the urgent need of nursing homes to do all they can to limit the spread of communicable illnesses, leadership and staff priorities lie in protecting resident health and delivering the best quality of care possible. While they must continue to navigate day-to-day challenges — keeping areas clean to reduce the […]
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PNNL Energy Sciences Center Will Help Realize Clean Energy Future
A new research facility on the Richland campus of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is set to open fall 2021. The Energy Sciences Center (ESC) will feature many of PNNL’s strengths in chemistry, materials sciences, and computing in one building. “The ESC will accelerate innovation in energy research using chemistry, materials science, and quantum information […]
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Coronavirus: Fuel costs hitting poorest families hardest, warn energy experts
Lockdown fuel costs are hitting low income families the hardest according to energy experts. While people are forced to stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic, gas and electricity consumption is increasing, causing bills to rise. And this is costing disadvantaged families the […] View original at sports.yahoo.com
Read MoreMarch 21, 2019 — 0
Old Homes: Maximizing Energy Efficiency & Sustainability in Older Houses
Credit https://www.flickr.com/photos/smilla4/ In advance of the Old House Trade Show, we discuss how owners of older homes across the state can be more sustainable by using less energy, fewer materials, and smart design—helping both the environment and the value of their homes. Guests: Hillary Bassett , executive director, Greater […] View original at www.mainepublic.org
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Top US Cities Considered the Most Energy Efficient, by Sandra Wood
Many people recognize the need for increased efforts to reduce energy consumption and make communities cleaner. As cities strive to reduce pollution and conserve energy, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has recognized the ones making the largest strides in this area. Based on their scores on the […] View original at homeenergypros.org
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[From City Metric] A fifth of private tenants suffer from fuel poverty. So why are energy efficiency standards so soft on landlords?
A fifth of private tenants suffer from fuel poverty. So why are energy efficiency standards so soft on landlords? There is a trend in the UK for more and more people to rent their homes, many from private landlords. Too often, these are cold, energy inefficient homes: over 280,000 homes in cities across the UK […]
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[From Home Energy Pros forum] When Good Incentives Go Bad
The problem with incentives is that if you get them wrong, you won’t get the result you’re looking for, and you might even encourage behaviors that are counterproductive, costing you time and energy. Even worse is when someone gets too dependent on an incentive the motivation disappears. Ever had a dog that only behaved if […]
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