Los Angeles Chapter

AB811 Programs : In response to the development of AB811 (special tax districts promoting retrofits & renewables) programs in Southern California we have developed a working group. The Finance & Incentives working group is headed by Doug Donovan (E-mail) and is working with LA & San Diego Counties to make sure home performance contractors are represented during the planning stages. Current discussions focus on loading order requirements, Standards: we are working to require BPI standards for contractors.
Pre-Title 24 homes : Assembly Bill (AB) 758 requires the California Energy Commission to develop and implement a comprehensive program to achieve energy savings in existing residential and commercial building stock that falls significantly below the current Title 24 building standards for new construction. In coordination with the other California chapters we will track updates and make sure home performance contractors' voices are heard.
Training: The need for training programs that are accessible to contractors looking to become home performance contractors has never been clearer. We are investigating opportunities to aid in the process of creating an online training platform.