Join the NW Energy Collaborative for a vibrant discussion on how various options for green building certifications improve buildings, provide better living conditions, and save energy. Learn how certification programs like Home Innovation Research Labs: National Green Building Standard (NBGS), Energy Star, and ZERH unlock multiple incentive programs, from the federal Inflation Reduction Act to local incentive programs. Our interactive discussion will promote audience participation and discuss ways to raise the bar to make homes better and more comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency incentives.