Member Benefits

Efficiency First California is a member-based, non-profit, trade organization for home performance and energy efficiency contractors in California. We represent the contractor in state policy discussions and provide up to date information to our members on issues critical to the future success of their businesses. We strive to build a sustainable marketplace that will ensure the long-term success of the industry and the health of our state and its residents.

Membership dues help fund these efforts. Plus the more members we have, the larger voice we have at the table.

We Advocate for the Contractor

Efficiency First California represents the contractor in state policy discussions and provides up-to-date information to our members on issues critical to the future success of their businesses.  Here are examples of our on-going advocacy:

• We participate in policy discussions at the state level
• We communicate with key stakeholders
• We promote energy efficiency to California residents and businesses
• We pay attention to industry developments affecting your business so you don’t have to

We Provide Resources to Keep You Informed

Efficiency First California makes these resources available to our members as we are a solid source of information to help you grow your business and keep you informed.

• Contractor Newsletter
• Blog
• Contractors' Calendar
• Provide access to experts

We Build Community & Support Networks for You

Efficiency First California brings contractors together to collaborate, discuss issues and help each other through our:

• Chapter meetings and events
• Social media promotion and support of our members
• Participation in industry conferences within California and Nationally
• Collaboration with Industry Partners

We Include National Benefits

Efficiency First California is a state chapter of the National organization, Efficiency First, who advocates for the home performance industry at the national level in Washington, D.C.

• Industry Discounts on tools, software
• ACI/HPC Home Performance Regional & National Conference Registration Discounts
• Educational Webinar Series free to members
• OSHA compliance and resource materials

Membership Levels

We have a member level to fit your business. Your annual dues provide full benefits to your valued staff & crew for one company membership price.

Individual Membership

• Staff Member Benefits: 1
• Per Year: $100

Home Performance Contractors, Energy Auditors, or General Allied Members

• Staff Member Benefits: 1-5
• Per Year: $400
• Per Month: $35*

Non-Profit, Government, or Education Members

• Staff Member Benefits: 1-5
• Per Year: $400
• Per Month: $35*

Sustaining Members (Manufacturer, Vendor, or Supply-Chain)

• Staff Member Benefits: 1-15
• Per Year: $1,000
• Per Month: $85*