Bringing Energy-Saving Resources to Disadvantaged Virginians
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About AECP
The Association of Energy Conservation Professionals (AECP) aims to preserve and expand programs and services that reduce energy burdens for Virginia’s underserved communities. We engage our members and partners to identify challenges and opportunities to advance weatherization-readiness, weatherization, decarbonization, solar, and resiliency services to income-qualifying and under-resourced communities. Our membership includes Virginia’s 14 designated Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) service providers and, increasingly, a diverse network of weatherization and trade contractors. Our collective vision is for weatherization to be an integral part of Virginia’s approach to alleviating poverty and advancing healthy, affordable, and sustainable housing options for marginalized Virginians.
We’re comprised of two organizations working together to further our shared mission. The AECP is a 501©6 non-profit trade association that serves as a support and resource group for the Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program. The Association of Energy Conservation Professionals/Educational Service (AECP/ES) is a 501©3 non-profit organization that provides energy education to the general public.
Resources & Information
We offer resources to Virginia WAP providers, their partner contractors, program funders and advocates, and the Virginia residents who benefit from weatherization services.
Promoting Energy Conservation in Virginia Since 1992
AECP was founded in 1992 as a volunteer resource filling the gaps remaining after a substantial reduction in Virginia’s weatherization administrative staff. In our early years, we sponsored statewide training sessions, advocated for low-income energy solutions, and secured hundreds of millions in funding through legislative efforts, significantly expanding weatherization services throughout the state. In 1995, we became a 501©6 non-profit and broadened our scope to include sustainability education. Today, we focus on preserving and expanding the programs and services that reduce energy burdens for Virginia’s underserved communities through education, advocacy, and coalition building.
Videos & Media
Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer
This 10-minute video, Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer, explains the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and offers essential prevention tips.
The Virginia Weatherization Story
This 18-minute video covers the history, purpose, and evolution of the Virginia Weatherization Program, including advancements in technology and client interviews.
The Weatherization Assistance Program: A Program That Works
This 9-minute video highlights the technical and challenging nature of the Weatherization Assistance Program, emphasizing the expertise, training, and equipment required while providing essential information about the program’s structure and impact.