by Emily Barriere | Oct 21, 2021 | HERS Raters, Resources & References
What is the HERS Index?: Firstly, HERS stands for Home Energy Rating System. RESNET, or Residential Services Energy Network, created the index to become a federally recognized method of measuring and reporting the energy efficiency of buildings. HERS Raters have...
by Emily Barriere | Oct 7, 2021 | Current Events, Decentralization, Environmentalism, Health and Safety
Taking Steps to Get Off the Grid! California is taking the lead to become the first state to secure its own energy needs by investing in alternative energy and efficiency. Through intensive Zero Net Energy goals, they are taking steps to effectively get off reliance...
by Emily Barriere | Sep 30, 2021 | Energy Efficiency, How To
Preparing for the Winter: Isn’t it funny how quickly the wintertime sneaks up on us? Many people love the temperate weather in the fall time. Then all of a sudden, it’s time to prepare for hibernation season! Unfortunately, winter also means higher utility...
by Emily Barriere | Sep 16, 2021 | Alternative Energy, Current Events, Decentralization, Energy Security
Clean Choice Energy Coming in October: In October, local Santa Barbara residents will have access to Community Choice Energy. The inception of this program began in 2002. California ratified Assembly Bill 117, which gave local authorities the power to build renewable...
by Emily Barriere | Sep 9, 2021 | HERS Raters, How To, Legal, Resources & References
What is a COO?: Most builders and contractors understand the bottom line of their construction projects. That is, their projects need to pass inspection. Then, the Department of Building and Safety will grant their Certificate of Occupancy. It authorizes that a...
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