Home Energy Improvement Blog
New Building Analyst Training and Certifications: A Comprehensive Guide for Energy Efficiency Professionals
Aug, 3 2023 16:08For those who wish to enter the construction industry, it's important to be aware of the role energy efficiency plays in this field. It's also a good idea to stay up to date on the changes happening now. Did you know that as of June 1, long-standing certifications are now replaced with new ones? Here's what you need to know about what's happening, and the kind of certification that you should seek.
The Importance of Mold Training: Creating Safe and Healthy Indoor Environments
Jul, 12 2023 17:07Mold is never something to be taken for granted. The thing is that mold can develop in a number of spots that the average property owner doesn't think to check. That's where professionals with mold training come in. With the right training and certification, it's possible to isolate all the mold, and make the space safe for use again.
Unveiling the Power of Mold and Radon Training: Safeguarding Indoor Environments with Greentrainingusa.com
Jul, 27 2023 17:07With just about any structure, there's the need to be aware of what make the place hazardous to the health of those who occupy it. Two important considerations are the presence of mold and radon gas. Fortunately, those who are trained in radon detection and also possess mold training can help property owners identify any dangers, and make plans to correct them.
Radon Training: Safeguarding Indoor Air Quality for a Healthy Lifestyle
Jun, 13 2023 16:06Radon is a naturally-occurring gas that's produced when trace amounts of uranium found in soil begins to decay. When the gas seeps from the soil and into the open air, there's no real issue. What does cause a problem is when the gas seeps into a home or other type of building.
Combined Mold and Radon Training: Comprehensive Solutions for Healthy Indoor Environments
May, 18 2023 16:05You're ready to move on to a new way of earning a living. Opting to enter a field that allows you to make money and do something to improve the indoor environments for others is an excellent choice. Best of all, the right solution for combined mold and radon training will allow you to earn the certification needed and begin your new line of work sooner rather than later.
Are Consumer Protections in the Heating and Cooling Industry Working?
May, 12 2023 14:05The intended purpose of consumer protection efforts is to provide the best possible service and support. That ranges from the quality of goods and services provided, offering information that consumers can use to make informed decisions, and ensuring consumers are aware of their rights as well as their responsibilities. All of these apply when it comes to cooling and heating industry.
Deep Energy Retrofits Are Key to Our Energy Transition
Apr, 30 2023 14:04Energy conservation is on the minds of many people today. It's not a secret that alternative forms of energy are gaining ground in the marketplace, and for a good reason. One of the most effective ways to control consumption is by looking into the possibility of energy retrofits for older structures.
Exploring Energy Efficiency Training and Certifications: A Path to Success in the Construction Industry
Apr, 13 2023 16:04Perhaps you're just beginning to consider energy efficiency training as a step in your career path. Perhaps you're already on that path, but want to ensure your knowledge base and credentials remain up to date. Whether new to the field or an older pro, there's no doubt that time invested in a sound energy efficiency training program is worth it. Here's what you need to know if you're serious about energy efficiency, sustainable construction, and the future of your career.
Exploring the Relationship Between HOPE for HOME Resources and The Inflation Reduction Act
Apr, 7 2023 11:04Providing ways to make better use of energy resources is nothing new, but it has taken on additional meaning in today's world. Along with provisions intended to improve the quality of life for US citizens and residents in general, the Inflation Reduction Act does allow for enhancing the way energy is utilized. What many people don't know is that the Act incorporates key elements of an earlier piece of legislation, the HOPE for Homes Act of 2020.
Why the Inflation Reduction Act Matters for HVAC and Solar Contractors
Mar, 17 2023 09:03Signed into law on August 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act is set to impact just about every aspect of society. With hundreds of billions of dollars invested, some provisions within the Act are retroactive to the beginning of the year; others will roll out next year and in the following years.
Why the Inflation Reduction Act Matters for HVAC and Solar Contractors
Mar, 17 2023 09:03Signed into law on August 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act is set to impact just about every aspect of society. With hundreds of billions of dollars invested, some provisions within the Act are retroactive to the beginning of the year; others will roll out next year and in the following years.
Mastering Mold and Radon Training: Ensuring Healthy Indoor Environments with Greentrainingusa.com
Mar, 14 2023 16:03Excellent air quality is part of what makes a building safe for use. Whether a residence or a place of business, understanding what health threats may be present, and what to do about them, is important. People who are interested in providing services that support better indoor air quality can make a difference by undergoing mold and radon training.
8 Facts That You Will Learn From Energy Efficiency Training Programs
Mar, 1 2023 09:03You feel yourself drawn to a career that has to do with energy conservation and efficiency. This is not the type of work that you can jump into and learn everything as you go. The most practical approach is to find a certified training program that will teach you all about energy efficiency and what it means to our world.
8 Reasons Why Property Owners Should Consider Moving Ahead with Building Retrofits
Feb, 25 2023 16:02There has never been a better time to consider making any structures on your property more energy efficient. As an energy efficiency consultant, you have the ability to help those owners understand what the advantages of acting now rather than later happen to be. As you already know, the Business Performance Institute has looked closely at provisions in the new Inflation Reduction Act, and identified what it means in terms of tax breaks and other incentives. Along with sharing what the BPI has outlined, you can talk with your clients about these other reasons to move ahead with any energy retrofits their properties need.
5 REASONS WHY CONTRACTORS AND REMODELERS NEED BPI CERTIFICATION
Sep, 2 2022 12:09If you’re a Remodeler, Roofer, HVAC or Windows Contractor, the BPI Building Analyst certification can help you close sales and increase revenue. Here are 5 ways…
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HOME INSPECTORS (ASHI) NAMES GREEN TRAINING USA AS ITS QUALITY CONTROL ASSESSOR
Sep, 1 2022 12:09ASHI, the largest professional association for home inspectors in North America, named Green Training USA as its Quality Control Assessor for the US DOE’s Home Energy Score Program, for 3 years.
“TENANT STAR” CERTIFICATION GIVES COMMERCIAL TENANTS A GREEN ATTITUDE
Aug, 31 2022 12:08“TENANT STAR” CERTIFICATION GIVES COMMERCIAL TENANTS A GREEN ATTITUDE
NEW RESNET CERTIFICATION IN INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY
Aug, 30 2022 10:08Last week, RESNET and the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding that will ultimately lead to certified RESNET HERS Raters becoming certified to conduct infrared thermography for residential buildings.
ENERGY BILL GUARANTEE ON HERS RATED HOMES
Aug, 29 2022 10:08The Bonded Builders Warranty Group (BBWG) is paving the way in the energy efficiency market with their new Residential Energy Guarantee Program. The program offers an energy bill guarantee to homeowners based on the HERS Index Score of their home.
3 WAYS TO ADVANCE THE RETROFIT MARKET
Aug, 28 2022 10:08Ceres is an organization whose mission is to “mobilize investor and business leadership to build a thriving, sustainable global economy.” Last month, Ceres issued a report that outlined new initiatives to help scale up the building energy retrofit business.