Xcel Energy unveils significant changes to its builder rebate initiative, set to take effect on July 1, 2024. Published May 9, 2024 Revamped & Realigned The updates to Xcel’s builder rebate program stem primarily from their dedication to supporting the United States’ climate objectives for 2030 and 2050. By implementing these revisions, Xcel aims to incentivize more builders to embrace … Read More
Programs, like the seasons, change at a steady pace. Fortunately, unlike springtime in the Rockies, they are more predictable. Here is a summary of changes and a little bit on what each means to us. Published April 30, 2024 ENERGY STAR Single-Family 1/1/25 – Adoption of v3.1 Rev. 13 Key takeaways: Sunsetting of sampling protocol No longer able to remove … Read More
The National Electrical Code has new updates that warrant a closer look. Published April 30, 2024 EV Charging Receptacles Beware of lighter duty EV charging receptacles, they were never intended for the long duration charging modes that are increasingly common. NEMA 14-50 is the most common type. Look for something that is EV grade like the Hubbell NEMA 14-50R. Kitchen Islands … Read More
From multi-million dollar slopeside houses and retirement living facilities to affordable housing, our partners are leading the way in energy-efficient, sustainable building. Published January 30, 2024 Equipping Our Partners EnergyLogic provides services for numerous projects across Colorado that run the gamut of meeting the basic energy building codes to consulting on hyper-efficient and sustainable buildings. Our team offers expertise and … Read More
Energy Logic is excited to partner with Colorado Springs Utilities to assist in their new construction HET (high-efficiency toilet) rebate program. Published January 29, 2024 High-Efficiency Toilet (HET) Rebate Program Efficient homes not only help customers save on utility bills but also contribute to reducing our community’s overall energy use. Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) has taken a significant step in … Read More
RESNET introduces a carbon rating index for assessing operational carbon emissions in residential construction. Published January 29, 2024 Collaboration Is Key As part of RESNET’s ongoing efforts to help drive new home construction to net zero energy homes, RESNET has developed the CO2e Rating Index along with support and cooperation from the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), the Consortium for … Read More
RESNET® has begun developing an ANSI candidate standard for calculating C02e emissions based on metered data for ratings. Published January 23, 2024 Thought Leadership We are proud to announce that EnergyLogic CEO Steve Byers has accepted the invitation to serve on the Standard Development Committee (SDC) 1600. The SDC 1600 will play a crucial role in the development of a … Read More
Energy raters and experts from across the country gather for EnergyLogic’s annual unconference. Published October 30, 2023 Energy Geeks Unite! Like many professions, HERS Raters and RFIs have continuing education requirements. To take care of our requirements for all of our people, we annually have what we call RaterFest. Yes, we are geeks. It is a very efficient way to … Read More
Habitat for Humanity is committed to building homes that people can afford to live in comfortably. Published October 30, 2023 Pushing the Envelope in Energy-Efficiency Habitat for Humanity is best known for helping people who may never have a chance to own a home realize this dream. People may not know that this organization is often at the forefront of … Read More
Rebates and tax credits help offset the high cost of sustainable home-building. Published October 30, 2023 Cashing in on Sustainability Building a more energy-efficient or sustainable home typically costs more money. How much more depends on what level of energy efficiency a project is looking to Shattain and how early in the design process energy efficiency goals were discussed. To … Read More
