OR-MEP Role:Building Science Manager What motivates you in this role?Working with the Energy Consultants and Energy Advisors to ensure that residents and building owners actually see the energy savings our program promotes. There are few things in my professional life that are as rewarding and motivating as knowing that people are comfortable and healthy where … Continue reading Meet the Team: Dan Wildenhaus
High Performance Ventilation Webinar Training
Join OR-MEP for High Performance Ventilation, a webinar training on Thursday, February 27 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. The training will provide attendees with an understanding of the importance of ventilation in multifamily buildings, as well as the different approaches and considerations for going beyond code-minimum practices. Register online to participate. Ventilation systems are … Continue reading High Performance Ventilation Webinar Training
Incentives at a Glance Booklet Preview
The Oregon Multifamily Energy Program (OR-MEP) debuted its new Incentives at a Glance booklet for menu, bundled and whole building incentives. The booklet is designed to provide interested participants a look at incentive dollars for all measure categories. Quickly learn program eligibility requirements, explore program pathways, discover incentive measures and follow the steps to receiving … Continue reading Incentives at a Glance Booklet Preview
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Announcement
The first round of Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) Notice of Funding Availabilities (NOFAs) are live and can be accessed online. New this year, in order to apply for NOFA funding, OHCS requires applicants to submit a pre-application by March 6. You can read more about the new requirement online. On March 13, OHCS … Continue reading Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Announcement
Multifamily Energy Program Update Webinar
The Multifamily Energy Program update webinar highlights program funding availability, express for NOFA project pilot, and other program updates. Full Webinar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MVxMqt9Ono&feature=youtu.be PDF Multifamily Energy Program Update - Full Webinar
Case Studies
View case studies on new construction and existing building projects participating in Oregon Housing & Community Services Multifamily Energy Program. Canal Commons Henry building red rock creek commons sunnyslope manor
OR-MEP Express for NOFA Projects Pilot Launch
In order to streamline projects that are submitting NOFA applications, OR-MEP launched the OR-MEP Express for NOFA Projects pilot in January 2020. Eligible projects include projects applying for OR-MEP Menu and Bundled Path and an upcoming NOFA (from OHCS or other source). OR-MEP Express will reduce the time and money a project team may spend … Continue reading OR-MEP Express for NOFA Projects Pilot Launch
2019 Wrap Up and What to Expect in 2020
2019 Wrap Up: As we move into 2020, the OR-MEP team reflects on a successful 2019. Since launching the program in January 2018, OR-MEP has reserved $4.3 million in incentives, with 60% of those projects pursuing the Whole Building Path. Just under $3 million in incentives remain available for projects and reservations must be made … Continue reading 2019 Wrap Up and What to Expect in 2020
Meet the Team: Shelley Beaulieu
OR-MEP Role:Program Oversight What motivates you in this role?I have worked in the energy efficiency field for the past 15 years, with most of my work focused on low-income programs. I love that the work we do is helping to save the earth (one lightbulb at a time!), while also helping to immediately and tangibly … Continue reading Meet the Team: Shelley Beaulieu
Ductless Heat Pumps + Controls Webinar Training
Ductless Heat Pumps + Controls webinar training provides attendees with an understanding of the key benefits, approaches and considerations for ductless heat pump systems. Ductless heat pumps are some of the most efficient equipment for delivering heating and cooling to buildings. However, there are several different system types and configurations, each appropriate for different applications, … Continue reading Ductless Heat Pumps + Controls Webinar Training