Resource Library
The latest resources for the home and building performance industry
Our online resource library contains industry resources, including downloadable PDFs, webinar playbacks, videos, and reports. This library is continually updated to include the latest information and educational content.
The Top Energy Trend of 2023: Electrification
Listen to “2023 Energy Trends” on the Plugged In Podcast.
ACEEE Policy Brief: States That Will Benefit Most from Updated Building Energy Codes
View the report which assesses and identifies the states who could see the biggest impact from improving their energy codes.
Manual J Deep Dive (and Selecting HVAC Equipment with Manual S) – Part 1 of 2
Watch to find out what the J stands for and why you should never round up the tonnage from your Manual J software, and gives two rules for Manual S.
Better Buildings Toolkit: Efficiency as a Service
Explore the efficiency-as-a-service solution. It is a pay-for-performance, off-balance sheet financing solution that allows customers to implement energy and water efficiency projects with no upfront capital expenditure.
IAQ Radio: Florida Hurricane Response/Recovery & HVAC Pro’s Perspective
Listen as IAQ Radio welcomes Rick Sims and Pete Consigli for a report on Hurricane Ian recovery, HVAC industry update and the Andy Ask Building Science Symposium aka Winter Break. It’s always great to have the Restoration Industry Global Watchdog join us and this week we also welcome his SW Florida HVAC expert and friend Rick Sims.
ACEEE: Energy Equity for Renters Toolkit
Read about how local governments across the country are working to combat two crises at once: climate change and a lack of affordable housing. However, local government staff and stakeholders (e.g., community-based organizations, affordable housing providers, lenders, utilities, and advocates) often tackle these issues separately.
ACEEE: A Baseline Assessment of Low-Income Energy Efficiency Programs
Read the white paper that summarizes an ACEEE baseline assessment of electric and natural gas energy efficiency programs that target low-income households in the largest metropolitan statistical areas in the country.
How Will New Federal Initiatives Affect the HVAC/IAQ Industry?
Listen in about the White House, EPA, and other Federal agencies will be rolling out new initiatives that may flood billions of dollars into IAQ and electrification in this country. At the forefront are the White House Clean Air Challenge and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
R-Value Podcast: Right Sizing Equipment and Down Sizing Moisture Problems with Allison Bailes
Listen to this podcast to understand the science behind the decisions you should make and the equipment you should use. Dr. Bailes breaks down a lot of the calculations that contractors should be making to save money, ensure customers are happy and houses stay energy efficient.
Advanced Energy Economy Webinar Archives
Look through the Advanced Energy Economy Webinar Archives if you want a deep dive into the advanced energy industry.
R-Value Podcast: Where is All This Going? A Building Science Interview with Dr. Joe Lstiburek
Listen to R-Value interview one of the leading experts in insulation, Dr. Joe Lstiburek, to help you understand code, regulation, legislation, and COVID guidance and changes and prepare your business for the future.
RMI Report: The Economics of Electrifying Buildings: Residential New Construction
Download to help inform crucial policy and market decisions with up-to-date cost analysis information, RMI updated and expanded its 2020 analysis, The New Economics of Electrifying Buildings. Due to significant changes in gas and electricity rates and evolving construction costs, we examine the economic and climate impacts of building all-electric single-family new construction.
IAQ Radio: Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the new Building Science Advisor Tool
IAQ Radio welcomes Andre Dejarlais and Mike Lubliner Luby for a discussion on Building Science, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the new Building Science Advisor Tool for efficient & moisture durable; building envelope solutions.
Industry Predictions for 2023 and Beyond: A Contractor Panel
Watch the special webinar in which Peter Troast hosts a conversation with successful home services contractors and leaders in the industry about their predictions for the HVAC, solar, and home performance verticals in 2023 and beyond.
2023 Energy Efficiency Impact Report
Read the 2023 Energy Efficiency Impact Report which quantifies recent progress on energy efficiency and points to critical opportunities ahead as consumers face increasing energy costs.
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