Building the
Foundation
for What’s Next
in Building Performance
The Building Performance Foundation advances education, research, and workforce development to strengthen the industry and expand opportunity.
About BPF
The Building Performance Foundation (BPF) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that works alongside the Building Performance Association (BPA), a 501(c)(6) industry trade association.
BPF works with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and professionals across the trades to advance understanding of building performance, support workforce development, and expand access to career opportunities.
What We Do
Education & Professional Development
Training, conferences, scholarships, and resources that help professionals build knowledge and skills to advance their careers.
Research & Stakeholder Education
Research, data, and industry insights that advance understanding of building performance and inform policymakers and industry stakeholders.
Workforce
Development
Initiatives that strengthen workforce pipelines, create career pathways, expand access to opportunities, and help employers build and retain a skilled workforce.
Two Organizations, One Goal:
Better Buildings
United by a shared goal—improving lives through healthier, energy-efficient homes—BPA and BPF collaborate where their activities overlap while remaining fully separate in identity, funding, and operations.
501(c)(6) Industry Trade Association
Serves and represents the professionals and businesses working in building performance through membership, advocacy, education, and engagement.
501(c)(3) Charitable Organization
Educates policymakers, stakeholders, and others about building performance while advancing knowledge, workforce development, and access to career opportunities.