Virginia EECBG Program
Serving Virginia Localities: Professional Energy Certifications for Contractors & No-Cost Home Energy Assessments for Residents
Through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) provided by the U.S. Department of Energy, Virginia Energy has launched a limited-time program to train local professionals and provide free home energy audits to qualifying households.
All applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis using a standardized rubric that aligns with locality-specific guidelines and program objectives. Applications received by the published deadline will be considered; however, acceptance is not guaranteed. Final selections are made based on eligibility, application quality, and program capacity.
For Participant
Apply
Applications Reviewed (Rolling Basis)
Training Begins
Audits Conducted in Community
Results & Program Impact
About the Program
Virginia Energy launched this initiative to help communities lower energy costs while building local expertise.
Everblue is collaborating with participating Virginia counties and towns to implement the EECBG program by recruiting participants, delivering training, and supporting residential audits across:
Greene County
Botetourt County
Madison County
Town of Rocky Mount
Town of Vinton
This program creates immediate value for both participants and homeowners. While expanding local expertise and supporting building code-compliant solutions.
Program Steps
For Homeowner
Apply
Applications Reviewed (Rolling Basis)
Audits Conducted in Community
Results
Program Impact
For Training Participants: Become a Home Energy Auditor
Turn this opportunity into a new revenue stream
EECBG funding is providing professional training for local residents and contractors to become certified Energy Auditors.
Selected participants will earn three nationally recognized certifications and gain real-world experience performing residential energy audits.
This program is designed to help you expand your skillset, increase your professional value, and position yourself for future opportunities.
What you will receive:
Building Science Principles (BSP) training
BPI Building Analyst Technician training
BPI Building Analyst Professional training
Hands-on field experience performing real audits
Direct mentorship from experienced trainers
Industry-recognized credentials that strengthen your credibility
Availability is limited! Participants must be at least 18 years old.
For Homeowners: Get the benefits from a Free Home Energy Audit
Lower Your Energy Bills with a Free Home Energy Audit
Your home may be using more energy than necessary—and that shows up in your monthly utility bills.
Through this Virginia Energy–funded program, eligible homeowners can receive a professional home energy audit at no cost.
An Energy Auditor will evaluate your home and help identify:
Where energy may be escaping
How your home is using energy
Practical opportunities to reduce your monthly bills
Ways to improve comfort year-round
There is no cost for this service.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Participating Municipalities
