After additional evaluation, the Program will no longer accept thermography inspections in place of visual insulation verification by Raters (only whole-house incentives are impacted).
Read MoreEkotrope and the RNC Program
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The Program Team is pleased to announce that homes modeled in Ekotrope will be accepted beginning on Monday, May 7th, 2018.
Read MoreWays to Avoid "Submitted Failed Validation" Errors
“Submitted Failed Validation” errors appear on Raters’ regular Excel reports when a rebate application has been submitted but the RNC Program is unable to automatically match the application to a valid residential Duke Energy account.
Read MoreGrade I Insulation in Climate Zone 3
The July 2017 Technical Bulletin published by the Duke Energy Progress RNC Program, “Grading Insulation Installation,” contained an omission regarding Grade I insulation in Climate Zone 3.
Read MoreModeling ENERGY STAR Washers
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When modeling ENERGY STAR washers, do not adjust efficiency inputs.
Read MoreREM V15.5 Update
All REM files processed by the program on or after March 7, 2018 will be processed in v15.5. **Note that subsequent versions of REM/Rate submissions will not be accepted until they are adequately tested and announced by the Program.**
Read MoreStandard 380 Implementation Date Update
The Duke Energy RNC Program’s January 2018 technical bulletin, “RESNET/ICC Standard 380,” stated that changes to whole home infiltration and duct leakage testing procedures were effective January 1, 2018.
Read MoreRESNET CEUs available now in RNC Program's Energy Efficiency Learning Center
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The RNC Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC) has over 30 RESNET CEU courses available at no cost to participating RNC Raters.
Read MoreUDRH Update - Sealed attics
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This UDRH update addresses incorrect savings in some homes with sealed attics.
Read MoreREM/Rate v.15.4.1
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Information regarding the newest version of REM/Rate.
Read MoreRESNET Simulated Practical Exam - Delayed again
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More updates regarding RESNET's simulated practical requirement.
Read MoreDelayed: RESNET Simulation Practical Exam
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The RNC Program still plans to offer proctoring services to participants and will announce the date after RESNET releases an updated deadline.
Read MoreRater Field Guide Updates
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Be sure that your homes (especially those with dual fuel heat pumps) are getting proper rebates. Also, a quick note about the RESNET standard for rater-verification of building characteristics.
Read MorePartial Slab Edge Insulation
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New guidance for slabs with missing perimeter insulation is posted on the Rater Field guide page.
Read MoreUDRH update: DHW distance
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REM v15.0 and later includes a new DHW Efficiencies page. The Plumbing Design section of this page provides a field to input the distance (ft) from the farthest water fixture to the DHW appliance. This input is problematic for several reasons...
Read MoreREM/Rate v15.3 and new UDRH
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Updates regarding REM/Rate version 15.3 and it's use for program incentive processing.
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Climate Location Finder in REM/Rate
REM/Rate and climate zones
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Is REM/Rate's system of assigning climate zones affecting your HERO compliance?
Read MoreBlower door methodology
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Guarded blower door testing is not to be used in any RNC Program home.
Read More"Look-back" ratings ineligible after 5/31/17
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Homes that do not undergo a rough/insulation inspection will no longer be eligible for RNC incentives.
Read MoreTimely registration and submission
Staying on top of registrations and submissions helps us all. Homes should be registered with the program asap after starting construction and must be submitted for payment within 6 months of completion.
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