Building Science. Making Buildings Better.
Training, resources, and support for building science professionals.
Education. Advocacy. Innovation.
NYSWDA is a nonprofit building science training center in East Syracuse, New York. We train weatherization agencies, home performance contractors and energy auditors for BPI, HEP, EPA and OSHA certifications, in person and online. As an IREC accredited and approved BPI Testing Center, we give written and field exams on site, and qualifying candidates can earn BPI continuing education units.
Register for Classes
Affordable, hands-on BPI, EPA and OSHA certification training at our state-of-the-art Energy Efficiency Training Center and online, taught by experienced field trainers.
Training Center & Labs
Practice blower door, combustion safety and insulation work in our full-scale diagnostic Pressure Houses, heating lab, field technician lab and full-size mobile home.
About NYSWDA
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit training building science professionals since 1985. We're IREC approved, a BPI Testing Center and a DOE legacy weatherization training center.
Find Local Weatherization Help
Homeowners: find the Weatherization Assistance Program agency for your county.
Dedicated to Training, Advocacy, and Impact
- 1,000+ People Trained Each Year
- 40+ Years In Business
- 35+ Courses
- Award-Winning IREC Accredited Training Center
- Established Leader in Northeast Energy Efficiency Training
Classes We Train
NYSWDA is the leading provider of building science training in the Northeast. Advance your home performance career with:
- Building Performance Institute (BPI) Certifications
- Home Energy Professional (HEP) Certifications (IREC Accredited)
- EPA Lead RRP Initial and Refresher Certifications
- EPA OSHA 10 Certification
- NY State HCR Weatherization Mandatories
- NY State Manufactured Housing Certifications
- Boot Camp Basics
- HVAC Trainings
- Customized Field Trainings
Upcoming Classes
Become a member of NYSWDA today!
When you join NYSWDA, you join other building science professionals and organizations who are committed to energy efficiency through education, advocacy and innovation.
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