This month, ACHP instructor Michelle Wilber traveled to Fort Yukon to host an Energy Fair and talk to residents about energy efficiency and conservation in their homes.  Joe Meredith of Ameresco was on hand to highlight the recently completed whole-village energy retrofit, funded by AEA.  The retrofit included improvements to roof insulation, boilers, hot water heaters, lighting controls, … Read more...

Attention homeowners: Have you seen a significant decrease in your energy bills since weatherizing your home? If so, send us your success story! Tell us how long the process took, what improvements you made, include pictures, tips, and any other relevant info. Once a quarter, ACHP will feature a success story in our newsletter and on our website. If you're chosen, you'll win a Kill-A-Watt EZ … Read more...

Meet the current BEES code and best practice by learning how to air seal, insulation and mechanically ventilate crawl spaces in homes. Benefits of a conditioned crawl space are a more durable, safe and comfortable living environment in the whole house. 4 hours of continuing education credit for residential contractors. This class is FREE–sponsored by AHFC. Check out our website calendar … Read more...

AHFC contracted with ACHP to provide a Needs Assessment to determine the barriers to documenting energy efficient improvements to existing homes. ACHP subcontracted with Keli Hite-McGee as a facilitator and forums were held in 5 locations with representatives from the appraisal, real estate, mortgage lending, construction and energy rating industries. The full draft report will be delivered … Read more...