NYSWDA is a leader and advocate in the building performance industry, and our members are at the heart of that work. Since 1985, we’ve stood with weatherization agencies and building science professionals as they make homes safer, more comfortable and more energy efficient, carrying their expertise into homes every day. Join us to grow your skills, expand your network and strengthen the industry we all serve.
Membership
Become a Member of NYSWDA Today
Two Ways to Join
NYSWDA offers two types of membership: WAP Membership for New York State Weatherization Assistance Program agencies, and Affiliate Membership for building science professionals, contractors, companies and out-of-state WAP organizations.
WAP Membership
For New York State Weatherization Assistance Program agencies.
$350 per year
Renews each April.
Affiliate Membership
For building science professionals, contractors, companies and out-of-state WAP organizations.
$400 per year
Renews on a rolling basis.
WAP Membership
Since our founding, New York State Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) agencies have been the backbone of NYSWDA. As a WAP Member, your agency receives:
- Required training, affordably delivered. Our trainings run throughout the year and meet U.S. Department of Energy and New York State requirements.
- BPI exam preparation and testing. As an approved BPI Testing Center, NYSWDA offers hands-on instruction to prepare crew members and energy auditors for their BPI written and field exams.
- Support in the field. Our trainers are a resource for WAP crews who run into questions or issues on the job.
- Technical information and tools. We help directors, energy auditors, crew members and staff solve problems and meet WAP standards.
- A unified voice in advocacy. NYSWDA represents WAP subgrantees in state and federal advocacy efforts.
Dues: $350 per year, renewing each April.
Affiliate Membership
Affiliate Members broaden the NYSWDA community, bringing together professionals from across the building performance industry and beyond New York’s borders. Affiliate Membership is open to building science professionals, individual contractors, companies and out-of-state WAP organizations committed to improving home and building comfort and energy efficiency. Affiliate Members receive:
- Training discounts. Affiliate Members save on NYSWDA trainings offered throughout the year.
- BPI training and testing in one place. As an approved BPI Testing Center, NYSWDA helps you prepare for and take your BPI written and field exams.
- Direct access to our trainers. Reach out to our trainers for advice on a job or project when a question comes up in the field.
- Help maintaining your certifications. NYSWDA staff are here to assist you in keeping your professional certifications up to date.
- Ongoing advocacy. NYSWDA continues to advocate on behalf of the home performance industry.
Dues: $400 per year, renewing on a rolling basis.
Questions About Membership?
Contact our office at (315) 701-0440.