THE RECOVERY ACT W.A.P.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and the Weatherization Assistance Program (W.A.P.)

Reports

• What Weatherization Agencies Need To Know About January 15th, 2010 ARRA Reporting - Dec 30, 2009
• Understanding the Federal Recovery Act Reports on Weatherization Jobs - Dec 1, 2009
• EOS Reports on Good Practices for ARRA/WAP
• Ready for Recovery - States hired, trained, and purchased to prepare for ARRA. EOS documented this progress to the Department of Energy in reports on:
  Arizona | Idaho | Louisiana | Montana | New Hampshire | Ohio | Wisconsin

Growth: Planning, Tools, and Models

Recovery Act Branding

House Appropriations Chairman David Obey asks ARRA workers to explain to their communities that Stimulus funds are NOT being wasted, but rather put to good use in programs like Weatherization.

W.A.P. Ramp-Up in the News!

(A database of recent press coverage.)

Video

• Rep. David Obey to ARRA workers: Explain to communities how ARRA is helping
• Cathy Zoi, DOE’s Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, likes the Recovery Act buttons
• National Weatherization Day Message from Senior Advisor Matt Rogers

Opportunities

• Exclusive: $500 toward a GM vehicle for CAAs
• Special discounts for Weatherizers on Ford vehicles
• HHS Requests Applications for REACH Awards
  The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a request for FY 2010 applications for the Residential Energy Assistance Challenge Program (REACH). The program is intended to minimize health and safety risks that result from high energy burdens on low-income Americans. The due date for applications is March 30, 2010. Click here to see the request.
• ACI Offers Discounted Conference Registration to WAP Workers
  Affordable Comfort, Inc. is extending a special registration rate for its 2010 Home Performance Conference to WAP workforce personnel, administrators, and executives. The discounted WAP rate is $595 (a $200 discount off the full regular price) for the all inclusive conference package. This is a terrific training opportunity where some of the best technical minds in the field share their expertise. Click here for instructions for online registration.

Publicity Help

• Meet the Press (More Effectively) - Sample Press Kit
• WAPTAC’s Public Information Campaign guides
• Photo Release Form - for Clients
• Photo Release Form - for W.A.P. staff or contractors
  

Partnerships

• Laborer’s Union Proposal for a Major W.A.P. Role (large pdf file)
• NCAF & Exxon-Mobil Partnerships - Green Careers Project (See the grantees HERE)

Links

• Weatherization Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center (WAPTAC) Ramp-Up Page
• The White House’s Recovery Act Page - All the new policies, rules, and reports
  • Agency Summary: Department of Energy
• DOE’s Recovery Act Page - Overview
  • Recovery Act Clearinghouse - See the weekly reports from DOE for insider details.
• Federalreporting.gov
• U.S. Department of Energy Weatherization Page