Energy Efficiency Tax Credits Available Through the Inflation Reduction Act

Under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, federal tax credits and other deductions are available to American taxpayers to improve home and building energy efficiency, incentivize the adoption of efficient and electric appliances, help people save money, decrease building energy usage, and meet bold U.S. greenhouse gas emission reduction goals. The IRA extended and …

RESNET RFIs Can Earn the IECC/HERS Compliance Designation

Last week, the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) and International Code Council (ICC) determined that RESNET RFIs (Rating Field Inspectors) can earn the IECC/HERS Compliance Specialist designation when they pass the Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification exam. There’s a lot to unpack in that statement, like: Why does this matter? Who are RESNET RFIs? How …

NC Energy Rating Index Option Now Available for Builders

The North Carolina Building Performance Association (NCBPA) recently announced that the state of North Carolina approved the Energy Rating Index (ERI) as a cost-effective option for builders to meet the state’s new 2018 residential energy code.