by Emily Barriere | May 23, 2022 | Resources & References
Should you use CalCERTS or CHEERS?: CalCERTS and CHEERS are the only approved HERS providers for California. Basically, they perform the same service through different websites. Like “Instagram” and “TikTok,” they are competing platforms....
by Emily Barriere | Mar 10, 2022 | How To, Resources & References
What is an Energy-Efficient Design? If California is to reach its goal of zero emissions by 2050, the building sector needs major reformation. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 31% of greenhouse emissions came from residential and commercial...
by Emily Barriere | Dec 9, 2021 | Resources & References
I.T. Small Business Organization Tools: Are you looking to grow your business and take it to the next level? Or, maybe you’re an employee/independent contractor looking to find tools that can make your job easier. This practical guide will provide you with the...
by Emily Barriere | Nov 11, 2021 | Resources & References
Support for Veterans: BarrierEnergy is a veteran-owned business that enforces Energy Code compliance. Michael Barriere launched this energy-efficiency inspecting and consulting company in Santa Barbara, California. So, both veteran’s benefits and environmental...
by Emily Barriere | Oct 21, 2021 | HERS Raters, Resources & References
What is the HERS Index?: HERS (Home Energy Rating System) scoring is a federally recognized method of measuring and reporting the energy efficiency of buildings. Over a million buildings across the U.S. are HERS-rated. Every year, those numbers are growing...
by Emily Barriere | Sep 2, 2021 | Legal, Resources & References
Updating Energy Code: Every three years, energy efficiency codes are updated to current times. Gradually, California takes steps toward its ultimate goal of carbon neutrality. As of January 1st, 2023, the new 2022 Building Energy Efficiency Standards have gone into...
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