Lead the Future of Residential Decarbonization
Would you like to plan and design deep energy retrofit projects, coordinating the process to meet your customer’s needs and budget? The Total Building Performance (TBP) Certificate of Knowledge demonstrates your expertise in building decarbonization, energy efficiency, and project management—ensuring that deep energy retrofits are completed successfully, efficiently, and within budget.
What You'll Learn
- Designing & Managing Deep Energy Retrofits
- Financial Planning for Building Decarbonization
- Energy Modeling & Load Calculations
- Communicating Effectively with Clients
- Whole-Building Science & Carbon Impact Analysis
- Identifying Electrification & Decarbonization Technologies
- Post-Retrofit Verification & Documentation
How to Earn Your TBP Certificate
- Review the TBP Certificate Scheme Handbook (Includes prerequisites, process, and covered skills)
- Study the Free TBP Learning Modules (Hosted by Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships)
- Submit Your Application via the BPI Certificate Portal
- Get Approved & Pay the Exam Fee ($150 per attempt)
- Take the Online Exam (Immediate scoring)
- Print Your Certificate from the BPI Certificate Portal
Completely Online! Learn at your own pace and take the exam when ready.
Get Started Today!
- Download the Free TBP Certificate Scheme Handbook
- Access the Free Learning Modules – Available anytime
- TBP Online Exam – $150 per attempt if paid by ACH/Check/Debit or $154.50 if paid by Credit 
Apply for the TBP
Why Earn Your TBP?
The Total Building Performance (TBP) Certificate is designed for professionals who want a deeper understanding of whole-building systems and how they interact to impact energy use, comfort, and performance. Whether you’re in design, construction, or building operations, the TBP equips you with advanced knowledge to assess, optimize, and integrate building systems for maximum efficiency and sustainability. It’s a smart way to elevate your expertise and deliver better results across residential and commercial projects.
BPI Certified Professionals:
Earn 10 CEU credits by passing the TBP exam!
Who Should Earn the TBP Certificate?
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Professionals
Expand your role in decarbonization and efficiency projects. Ideal for:
- Home performance contractors & program staff
- HVAC, solar, and energy efficiency professionals
- Utility and program managers overseeing deep retrofit projects
Project Managers & Retrofit Coordinators
Lead the planning and execution of complex projects. Perfect for:
- Professionals who manage multi-phase retrofits
- Experts guiding clients through energy upgrades & financing
Sustainability & Building Science Professionals
Develop expertise in whole-home energy decarbonization. Great for:
- Consultants specializing in deep energy retrofits
- Policy makers & organizations promoting residential decarbonization
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