Efficiency First CA

We're a non-profit trade organization with over two decades of helping #cleanenergy contractors succeed

#ElectrifyEverything #EnergyEfficiency #HomePerformance

[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

📰 Our latest newsletter covers what every contractor knows about rebate programs and installation quality: making exceptions makes sense, except when it doesn't.

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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

Celebrating progress across every sector! California is leading the way with bold climate initiatives for a cleaner, healthier, and more equitable future. Thanks to @NRDC for this helpful round-up on what has recently been accomplished.
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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

Heat pumps outperform boilers and furnaces — even in the cold, from @CanaryMediaInc
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[EnergyCircle @EnergyCircle]

It may seem early to begin marketing to homeowners for winter services, but the HVAC and home performance sectors know that it's essential to prepare ahead of time for your seasonal marketing needs. 👏

Watch the full webinar here: https://t.co/8MZGFIIPas

[Building Decarbonization Coalition @buildingdecarb]

As state energy offices start putting together their plans for use of #IRA funds, there is a desire to ensure they consider insulation alongside appliance installation.
🗓️Join us Sept.14
✅Register: https://t.co/1gOWlzkaYW
@ACEEEdc

[EnergyCircle @EnergyCircle]

We've got another Webinar Wednesday coming your way this week! ⚡️

Join EC CEO Peter Troast during this webinar on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM EST as he explains how to prepare your marketing efforts for the seasonal shift. 🍂❄️

Register here: https://t.co/wSky1xp0aj

[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

📰 Our latest newsletter is out, and check out our new look! This month, we cover the key way to improve installation quality, contractor events and trainings calendar, and more.

Read it here: https://t.co/hCBMEW4HPo

[Building Performance Association @JoinBPA]

Technology is moving fast, and many of the solutions have the potential to be entirely disruptive to the current way we use energy.
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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

Some promising results are out on FLEXmarket by @Recurve_Energy, “a fundamental pivot from efficiency being a rebate program...to energy efficiency as a baseload virtual power plant”.

[Canary Media @CanaryMediaInc]

Smart meters can offer an invaluable source of data for forecasting the impact of different efficiency investments for different customers, as well as the up-to-date proof of the impact of those investments. https://t.co/Tjuxm5B2Vh

[U.S. Department of Energy @ENERGY]

“The rebate programs will save up to $1 billion a year in energy costs and support about 50,000 jobs in construction, manufacturing and other businesses…”

That’s our newest Home Rebate Energy program 😎 States & territories can apply now.

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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

It's not too late to register! Whether you’re curious about new legislation, new guides and tools, or new developments in finance or insurance markets, the California Adaptation Forum has you covered. Join #CAF23 in Pomona, CA from July 31- Aug 2nd. https://t.co/qqA7wM7C8m

[Canary Media @CanaryMediaInc]

Implementing the recommendations of a home energy audit can slash energy consumption by 15 to 30 percent, according to John Jones, national technical director at @_BPI_ https://t.co/kC9dWC2Vds

[ACEEE @ACEEEdc]

Fossil fuels used to heat, cool, and power buildings are responsible for more than 10% of U.S. climate pollution.

How can we help reduce buildings’ energy demand while also making them safer, healthier, and more comfortable?
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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

Efficiency First California Newsletter - Never Underestimate the Power of Innovation, July 2023 - In case you missed it - https://t.co/8LAW8QSrDx

[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

📰 Our latest #CleanEnergy newsletter is out today! Betting on the future, @enduring_planet interview, contractor events and trainings calendar, we’re hiring a data analyst, and more!

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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

♨️ Got plans to BBQ this July 4th? How about #ElectrifyEverything with "an outdoor grill fit for sumptuous summer cookouts"? @CanaryMediaInc has the details on electric grills https://t.co/pEr3Yb4Nw2

[Building Decarbonization Coalition @buildingdecarb]

🥵As temperatures rise, increased demand for cooling in California is largely being met by central AC units.🌡️ Our new report finds #heatpumps can provide more efficient cooling + zero-emission heat for a similar price.👇🏽 @CalEnergy
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[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

If you're an entrepreneur or contractor considering rebate programs, read on. The folks at @enduring_planet chatted with our Executive Director to provide you a framework for approaching the venture.

[Enduring Planet @enduring_planet]

With the Inflation Reduction Act, rebate programs are getting more popular in #climate circles. Who doesn't like an extra $8.8B+ to drive decarbonization and adaptation?

So how do rebate programs work and what can entrepreneurs do to maximize their chances of success? A 🧵

[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

California could see far lower costs to prepare grid for #electrification than prior estimate, state research finds https://t.co/LRLWhnrzpo via @UtilityDive

[Efficiency First CA @Efficiency1stCA]

"The threat of climate change-related disasters is a large factor driving up consumer costs and putting insurers out of business in parts of California..." from @Axios https://t.co/LkK7ViLPi5