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    The Next Gen program, a cohort-model professional development program for undergraduate students interested in a career in building efficiency, is seeking student and mentor applicants.

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    Heat Pump Water Heater Day is Coming!

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    Are you ready to bring your zero energy and zero carbon innovations to the podium? The Call for Speakers is open until Oct 7th!

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    NBI Releases a Game-Changing Model Code for Existing Buildings

    The Existing Buildings Decarbonization Code is an overlay to the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and covers residential and commercial retrofits.

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