Optimizing Building Performance

Turning Insights into Action

The Essential Role of Energy Raters in Quality Assurance and Sustainability Published October 29, 2024 The Unique Role of Energy Raters in Quality Control and Assurance Energy raters occupy a somewhat unique position in the building ecosystem. The nature of our work, at scale, means that we work with and see an incredibly broad swath of the building industry in … Read More

Introducing New Services at EnergyLogic

Introducing Carbon Accounting and Integrated Design Consulting

Expanding Our Commitment to Sustainability with Carbon Accounting and Integrated Design Process (IDP) Published August 30, 2024 New Services for a Sustainable Future EnergyLogic is excited to announce the expansion of our service offerings with the introduction of two new, forward-thinking services: Carbon Accounting and the Integrated Design Process (IDP). With a strong foundation in sustainability, we are now extending … Read More

Lessons from the Boom-Bust Cycle

Boom Bust Phenomenon

Navigating the Unpredictable Home Building Market Published August 30, 2024 Weathering the Downturn When we started the downturn that we’re just getting past, EnergyLogic decided to do our best to keep our people as long as possible. That was an expensive decision, and it looks like we might have managed our own “soft landing” at least internally. The point of … Read More

What Does it Really Cost to Get to ENERGY STAR v3.2

The cost of ENERGY STAR v3.2 Compliance

What Builders Need to Know About the New Requirements Published August 30, 2024 The Ever-Changing World of Energy Compliance One of the challenges for builders in energy compliance is keeping track of the never-ending changes in code, programs, and rebates. As soon as you adapt to the 2021 IECC, here comes the 2024 IECC. Once you understand how to get … Read More

Why Working with a Quality HERS Rater Matters

Building Better Together

How Skilled HERS Raters Enhance Quality, Compliance, and Sustainability in Construction Published August 30, 2024 More Than Just Energy Ratings Though we’ve been around for quite a while now, HERS® Raters are still a pretty new part of the construction ecosystem. As such, many people don’t really know or understand what we do. Here’s a list, possibly not comprehensive of … Read More

Rebuilding on Maui

Out of the Ashes

Resilient Communities Rise Again After Devastating Fires Published July 16, 2024 Recognizing Shared Challenges When tragedy struck last year in Lahaina, our joint Colorado and Hawaii team knew immediately how difficult the road ahead would be. While far from identical, there were definitely elements in common between the Marshall Fire near Boulder and the Lahaina fire. In each case, our … Read More

EnergyLogic Recertifies as a B-Corp!

Demonstrating EnergyLogic’s Commitment to Being a Force for Good Published June 27, 2024 Rigorous & Worth It We are proud to announce that EnergyLogic has been recertified as a B-Corp. This rigorous process, conducted every three years, involves a substantial effort and commitment. Over the course of the certification period, the objective is to make progress on various things based … Read More

EnergyLogic Partners with Habitat for Humanity on New Community

Energizing Hope

Transforming Northern Colorado with Sustainable, Affordable Housing and Innovative Construction in New Hope Springs Community Published June 27, 2024 A Partnership for Affordable and Comfortable Living EnergyLogic is extremely excited to partner with the Greeley-Weld chapter of Habitat for Humanity on their Hope Springs Community. Hope Springs, a vacant greenfield property in Greeley and adjacent to the City of Evans … Read More

Heat Pump Summit & Housing Innovation Alliance Summit Insights

Innovation Insights

Balancing Innovation and Operational Excellence in Today’s Changing Industry Published June 27, 2024 Heat Pump Summit It’s clear that as our industry evolves rapidly, there are still things that must be done to ensure optimal performance that have nothing to do with exciting new technologies.Heat Pump Water Heaters A portion of the Heat Pump Summit was dedicated to Heat Pump … Read More

New $10,000 All-Electric Program

New Xcel Builder Rebates

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