Efficiency First

As the DOE ramps up the Better Buildings Program and Home Energy Score programs, Efficiency First is there. We have been an early supporter of the programs and have provided guidance along the way. The work of Efficiency First’s research arm, the Home Performance Resource Center has been able to provide a blue print series [...]

Efficiency First working groups serve as a forum for members to become involved in specific areas of focus within the Best Practices Committee.  Working groups are used as a catalyst to study Home Performance programs and to create recommendations to help develop the Home Performance Industry. Members are able to engage in networking activities through [...]

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  U.S. Senators Olympia J. Snowe (R-Maine), Dianne Feinstein (D-California) and Jeff Bingaman (D-New Mexico) applauded President Obama’s support for provisions in S. 1637, the Expanding Building Efficiency Incentives Act, legislation they sponsored last Congress to encourage energy efficient technology and construction in the existing home, new home, and commercial building markets. President [...]

Efficiency First welcomes two new board members. Sam Flannery Sam Flanery is Owner and Principle of Building Science Energy Services, LLC and Building Science Academy, LLC. Sam has more than 20 years experience in the construction trades and deep experience as an energy auditor and trainer.  Sam has participated in the Michigan Public Service Commission [...]