{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP135 RESTalk Rewind 2024: Milestones, Innovations, and the Road Ahead with Bill Spohn","description":"&quot;The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.&quot;&amp;nbsp; \u2013 Eleanor Roosevelt &amp;nbsp; Welcome to a special episode of RESTalk: &quot;Best of RESTalk 2024&quot;! This year has been transformative for RESNET\u00ae and the residential energy efficiency industry. From setting bold goals to launching innovative tools and forming impactful collaborations, 2024 has redefined what's possible in energy efficiency and sustainability. In this episode, we revisit the year's most insightful and impactful moments, featuring highlights from the conversations that shaped the industry. Join us as we dive into the ambitious goal of achieving 1 million RESNET\u00ae HERS ratings annually, explore the evolution of new QA tools, and unpack the growing Build-to-Rent housing trend. We\u2019ll also reflect on RESNET\u00ae\u2019s strides in water and carbon efficiency programs and the game-changing advocacy efforts that have amplified energy efficiency policies nationwide. Below is a table of all the topics in this episode with links to the full podcasts. Reflection on 2024: As we recap the highlights, we celebrate the progress and resilience of the RESNET\u00ae community in driving energy efficiency and sustainability. This episode highlights the industry's achievements and innovation, from RESNET\u00ae\u2019s ambitious goals and policy wins to groundbreaking tools like the QA app and evolving market trends like Build-to-Rent housing. Looking Ahead: 2025 promises to bring even more exciting initiatives, broader adoption of RESNET\u00ae programs, and a collective journey toward achieving 1 million HERS ratings annually. Don\u2019t miss the opportunity to engage with RESNET\u00ae through upcoming events like the RESNET\u00ae 2025 Conference and continued advocacy efforts. Call to Action: If this episode inspired you, revisit the full conversations for deeper insights and ideas. We thank our listeners, guests, and stakeholders for their contributions to an impactful year. Here\u2019s to even greater achievements in 2025!          Topic &amp;amp; Episode   Topic   Full Episode link     Part A GOALS &amp;amp; MACRO TRENDS  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;    124   Ambitious goals 2028   www.bit.ly\/RT-124     124   Stretch goals   www.bit.ly\/RT-124     128   Defining BTR &amp;amp; HERS Ratings   www.bit.ly\/RT-128     Part B SOFTWARE &amp;amp; DATA  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;    125   Development of the QA app   www.bit.ly\/RT-125     134   Purpose and goals for QA App   www.bit.ly\/RT-134     131   Highlights from the Trends report   www.bit.ly\/RT-131     132   QA is the backbone   www.bit.ly\/RT-132     Part C PEOPLE  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;    126   Perspectives on Women in the HERS industry   www.bit.ly\/RT-126     127   Robert's advocacy experience   www.bit.ly\/RT-127     127   Carl on how advocacy days are structured   www.bit.ly\/RT-127     129   Paulette explains her role in outreach   www.bit.ly\/RT-129     133   Evolution of IECC\/HERS Compliance Specialist   www.bit.ly\/RT-133     130   Preview of the 2025 RESNET Conference   www.bit.ly\/RT-130      &amp;nbsp; To the RESNET\u00ae community, we hear you and want to engage. Learn more at www.RESNET.us. Or for more info on this topic, contact RESNET at INFO@RESNET.US &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"RESTalk","author_url":"http:\/\/www.resnet.us\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/34246845\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/021c40\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/181864195"}