How energy efficiency upgrades and solar PV systems can enhance existing homes

What are the incentives for energy efficiency, home health, and solar upgrades in Oregon? With a working knowledge of the incentives and programs that are available, you can answer this question effectively and empower clients to close on older homes with good energy upgrade potential.

Participants will learn what enables a home to perform well, use less energy, and deliver superior comfort. You will also come away with tools to direct clients to the most cost effective upgrades with the greatest benefits, as well as learn what you need to know about solar PV systems and why it is a great time to invest in a renewable energy system.

Learning Objectives:

• Discover the many homeowner benefits of energy efficiency upgrades
• Understand how effectively guiding your clients to make upgrades can help your business
• Gain an understanding of typical upgrades that can improve a home's performance
• Learn about local programs and resources that you can refer to your clients
• Learn about energy scores and green home certifications
• Identify resources available for financing, appraising and insuring green and energy efficient homes
• Understand what makes good candidate homes for adding solar PV systems and the added value it can provide

Questions? Contact Heather Kendall at hkendall@earthadvantage.org or (503) 968-7160 x20.