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2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award
BER Earns 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award Building Efficiency Resources (BER) is proud to announce that it has received the 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Each year, the ENERGY STAR program honors a group of…
Read MoreHow to become a LEED Green Rater, and Why You Should!
Just like you, BER is in the building performance industry, innovating, leading, and demanding better, for the benefit of our planet and all beings that inhabit it. We are working together to create a healthier planet that not only supports us but allows us to thrive. LEED, a green building rating system created by U.S.…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Insurance for HERS Raters
Incorrect insurance classification may be costing your HERS Rating business money. Checking your SIC Code with your insurance agent could potentially save your business a lot of money. Insurance agents use Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes to classify a business into a specific industry and risk category. SIC Codes are used for ALL categories of…
Read More3 Pathways to ENERGY STAR MFNC
We know the 3 pathways to ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction can be confusing, so as the Pro’s Pro, we are breaking it down. The BER Knowledge Base, accessible through the BER Portal, has more information on the 3 pathways. You can also check out this guide provided by ENERGY STAR. Work with BER as…
Read MoreIECC/HERS Affiliate Training
BER is proud to announce a new training opportunity: IECC/HERS Compliance Specialist. This is the first comprehensive code training available. While it is geared towards preparing HERS Raters for the Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner exam, this deep dive into the content of the International Energy Conservation Code is a great opportunity for anyone who wishes…
Read MoreBER Recognized as EPA Multifamily Review Organization
BER is proud to announce that we have been recognized by the EPA as a Multifamily Review Organization (MRO)! We are one of only four organizations nationwide holding this designation. An MRO is a third-party organization recognized by the EPA to provide oversight for multifamily projects pursuing certification under the ENERGY STAR Multifamily High-Rise program…
Read MoreBER Announces LEED for Homes Provider Accreditation!
BER is proud to announce that we are now a USGBC accredited LEED for Homes (LFH) Provider! As part of our commitment to providing industry-leading services, support and education, this newly added accreditation will aid us in furthering our mission by bringing both Provider categories under one roof. This will allow BER to offer streamlined…
Read MoreLegal Risk: Ways to Reduce your Liability as a HERS Rater
Back To Articles By Eurihea Speciale Every good business plan should contain a risk management plan. A risk management plan should not only identify potential risks in the market, but also risks generated from the ever increasing number of legal liabilities inherent in the modern construction industry. In today’s litigious business environment, it is…
Read MoreModeling Basements: Conditioned vs. Unconditioned
Back To Articles By Eurihea Speciale When trying to decide how to model basements, the lines of distinction between what constitutes a conditioned vs. unconditioned basement can appear somewhat blurred. Also, once you come to the conclusion that your basement is in fact conditioned, then you must answer the question of whether or not to…
Read MoreWhat is an Accredited Rating Provider?
Back To Articles In order to provide consistent and quality ratings, RESNET has implemented a mandatory quality assurance program for all raters. The Rating Provider is responsible for implementing RESNET’s quality assurance requirements. Raters submit ratings to their Provider for review and archiving. The provider performs an in-office review of a sample of submitted ratings…
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