Building Performance Association

Big update for the home performance industry!

The DOE released new guidance today setting a pathway to release billions in State Home Energy Rebate funds. These funds had been paused while the program was under review. For contractors who've been waiting on these programs to move, this is a step in the right direction.

We're tracking how the changes roll out. Read BPA's full release: https://building-performance.org/doe-guidance-home-energy-rebate-programs/

Ever wondered why certain program structures exist or how the decisions behind them actually get made?

At , sessions like "Moving Forward Together: A Look Inside NY Program Design and Delivery" pulled back the curtain on how programs move from policy goals and stakeholder input to real-world implementation. Attendees walked away with a clearer picture of the journey from concept to action.

Thanks to our presenters for an informative session!

Christina Bohnsack - Co-Director, Capital Region Clean Energy Hub
Chris Coll - Project Director, NYS Department of Public Service
Paul Mendel - Owner, True Building Performance
Courtney Moriarta - Director of Home Modernization, NYSERDA

It takes a building science nerd to know one, and these two presenters are proud to wear that title.

Tyler Harmon-Townsend and Pete Krumdieck of CUNY Building Performance Lab are channeling their building science brains into workforce training that actually builds analytical thinkers.

Their spreadsheet-based instructional framework uses transparent Excel workbooks and a single-family home model to help trainees...

📈 Evaluate heat loads
📈 Assess envelope and ventilation impacts
📈 Estimate annual energy use
..developing the foundational reasoning skills needed for real-world audit and diagnostic roles.

Meet Eleuterio Martinez of LifeWorks Community Action in Ballston Spa, NY. He learns the same way he teaches. 👀

As a new auditor, Eleuterio is already learning that the best way to help homeowners understand their home's energy performance is to show them — not just tell them.

Visuals make it click.

So when he heard about The Clean Energy for Homes Conference, he showed up ready to dig in. He's been hands-on with vendors on the trade show floor, bouncing in and out of sessions, and soaking up everything he can — because that's how he learns best.

The more he builds his knowledge, the better he can serve the homeowners who trust him. That's the kind of professional development that matters.

Our presenters don't just talk the talk - they walk the walk.

Ruth Ann Norton is President and CEO of the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative (GHHI) in Maryland.

Since 2022, GHHI has been leading the development of a whole-house approach to home electrification, braiding critical repair, weatherization, healthy housing, and electrification measures, and improving health outcomes for low-income families.

Thanks to her and others' efforts, GHHI is building a national strategy for healthy, resilient, and affordable housing.

What a great first day of yesterday! Hundreds of home performance professionals who are shaping New York's clean energy future are here sharing ideas, learning from each other, and making meaningful change.

After an insightful welcome session and several breakouts, the day wrapped up with our evening reception. And, day two is already off to a great start! ✅

and BPA were thrilled to be joined by Congressman Paul D. Tonko for this morning's opening remarks.

Congressman Tonko has spent his career championing countless energy-related initiatives in New York and nationally, both before and during his time in Congress.

Because of his dedication to our industry, BPA honored him with the Building Performance Association Home Performance Champion Award.

A well-deserved accolade.
Thank you, Congressman Tonko!

The iconic structures of the New England region shouldn't be scary.

is dishing out topics that matter to professionals in New York and surrounding states.

Jeff Flaherty, Founder of Wise Home Energy LLC, brought tips and techniques to tackle Cape Cods, Bungalows, & other challenging structures.

Collaboration = the only way to advance our industry.

What an incredible, interactive session today here at in "Fostering Collaborations: Discussion Forum for Programs, Contractors, Hubs, and Weatherization Agencies."

Special thanks to all of our speakers!

Matthew Houle - Senior Project Manager, NYSERDA
Michael Bennett - CEO, Energy Saver Consulting
Christina Bohnsack - Co-Director, Capital Region Clean Energy Hub
Lauren Brois - Co-Director, Mid-Hudson Regional Clean Energy Hub
Paul Mendel - Owner, True Building Performance
Joseph Maggiore - Executive Director, NYSWDA
Jason Scher - Principal, Energy Management Solutions, LLC