Administering Weatherization
Administering Weatherization
The U.S. Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is the nation's largest residential energy efficiency program. WAP enables low-income families to lower their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) receives funding for WAP through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services' Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Weatherization State Plan
KHC is currently working on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization State Plan for formula funding. A public hearing was held on April 15, 2025, to review changes in the state plan. All attendees had an opportunity to provide comment on the plan which was available for review on April 1, 2025.
KHC's weatherization program annually provides grant funds to a local non-profit and community action agencies (subgrantees) to provide weatherization services for low-income families in Kentucky. To receive these funds, KHC must annually submit an annual application to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that outlines the funding and administration of the program. The resulting State Weatherization Plans are used to implement the program.
DOE Weatherization Formula State Plan - 2025 Draft
Below is the draft DOE Weatherization State Plan for formula funding. This plan was available for review prior to the public hearing. The public hearing only focused on major changes to the plan, which can be found in the Annual File attachment.
DOE Weatherization State Plan
A list of major changes to this state plan can be found on the 2024 Annual File and Agency Allocation Summary in the miscellaneous section.
DOE BIL Weatherization State Plan
What is Weatherization?
Weatherization is the process of improving the energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability of a home. WAP is the nation's largest residential energy efficiency program designed to increase the energy efficiency of dwellings owned or occupied by low-income persons, reduce their total residential energy expenditures, and improve their health and safety.
WAP takes the "whole house weatherization” approach that analyzes all of the building systems - the building envelope, heating and cooling systems, electrical system, and electric baseload appliances.
Why Does Weatherization Matter?
Lower Energy Bills
Participating households typically save $372 each year.
Enhanced Comfort
Insulation and air sealing create a cozy indoor environment.
Health and Safety
Weatherization can enhance indoor air quality, promoting better health.
Environmental Impact
Reducing energy consumption means less impact on the environment.
What Do Weatherization Professionals Do?
Expert teams of inspectors and crews perform cost-free retrofits for eligible individuals. This includes installing insulation, sealing exteriors, duct repairs, and, if needed, heating equipment replacements.
WAP is delivered to individuals across the state by Community Action Agencies and other non-profits. Families often save up to $500 annually on utility bills post-retrofit, with savings varying based on usage habits, local climate, and regional unit prices.
Residential Energy Efficiency Training Center
KHC’s Residential Energy Efficiency (REE) Training Center offers an array of IREC accredited training courses for professionals in the building and energy efficiency industries. The 10,500-square-foot training facility is equipped with high-tech classrooms and state-of-the-art training labs to provide students with a high-quality learning environment. SMART technology allows students to participate in the instructional process in the classroom while fully functioning training labs provide students with hands-on application of the techniques learned. In addition, KHC’s REE Training Center also offers BPI Testing Services for those looking to become BPI certified.