This is the complete index of Conduit NW's energy-efficiency guides. Each one is a self-contained explainer on a technology, sector, or program area that matters in the Pacific Northwest. Use it as a reference: skim for the topic you need, or read straight through to build a broad picture of how regional efficiency fits together.
Technology Guides
These guides cover the specific measures that deliver most of the region's residential and small-commercial energy savings. They explain how each technology works, what it costs and saves, and where it fits best in Northwest homes and buildings.
- Heat Pump Water Heaters — how they work, why they shine in the Northwest, and what to expect from installation.
- Ductless Heat Pumps — efficient heating and cooling for homes without ductwork.
- PTCS & Duct-Sealed HVAC — the Northwest's field-verified approach to heat pump and duct performance.
- Commercial Lighting — LED retrofits, controls, and where the savings really come from.
Sector Guides
Efficiency looks different in a single-family home than in a warehouse or office. These guides take a whole-building view for each sector, connecting individual measures into a coherent plan.
- Residential Efficiency — weatherization, envelope, and equipment for Northwest homes.
- Commercial Efficiency — a practical path for offices, retail, and light industry.
- Behavior-Based Efficiency — how information and habits move the needle without new equipment.
Context & People
Technology is only part of the story. These guides explain who funds and delivers efficiency in the region, and how the field trains the people who make it happen.
- Programs & Organizations — the agencies, utilities, and nonprofits behind Northwest efficiency.
- Workforce & Training — careers, certifications, and skill pipelines.
- Events & Conferences — where the regional efficiency community gathers.
- Glossary — definitions for the acronyms you'll meet across every program.
A Note on Sources
These guides synthesize public information and link out to primary references such as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and ENERGY STAR. They are educational summaries, not official program documentation. Always confirm current incentives and eligibility with the responsible organization before you act.