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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 14h

Introducing... our 2024 Impact Report! 🎉

In 2024, we:
🔹Helped avoid 204K metric tons of CO2 emissions
🔹Saved 195M kWh of electricity
🔹Closed 6.7K loans through VelocityGO, serving $110.3M in energy financing

With our partners, we're making a difference!
Read the full report: https://bit.ly/45wsEiO

Group of individuals from Slipstream standing on a rooftop with solar panels, under a clear blue sky, featured in the 2024 Impact Report cover.

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 1d

"Too often, the only thing standing between a low-income household and a much-needed upgrade is the right kind of financing. Our EFS programs make it more likely they'll see an affordable option come across their kitchen table."
-Sandra Henry, President & CEO

Learn more: slipstreaminc.org/1billion

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 6d

We're still buzzing from our Sept Energy Career Fair! Check out some wonderful scenes from the day 🎬

Shoutout to our wonderful partners:
KEEP - WI's K-12 Energy Education Program, Xcel Energy, WI Public Service & the WI Energy Workforce Consortium.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ddvzAP
#EnergyCareers

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 7d

Happy Energy Efficiency Day!

Energy efficiency is the foundation of our work–we’ve been doing it for 45 yrs.

Energy affects our lives in so many ways. The electronics we use, whether we’re comfortable in our homes, the quality of the air we breathe indoors.

Learn more: lnkd.in/dQWV85E4 #EEDay2025

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 8d

We had a great time earlier this month at the Midwest Building Energy Codes Conference! We presented on res code activities & utility success in supporting energy codes.

Learn about our work toward Building a Strong Foundation for WI Energy Codes: https://bit.ly/42lmxxk
📸 Darren Port, John Kroll

Two individuals presenting a slideshow titled "Wisconsin" in a conference room filled with seated attendees.

A person presenting a PowerPoint slide about duct testing at a conference, with attendees seated at tables facing the presenter. The slide shows images and text related to building ductwork.

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 13d

"I really like to see just how many individuals that can be helped with the work that we provide...it's unbelievable." -Kory Schulze, Project Manager

For 25 yrs, we've worked to make energy efficiency & innovation available to everyone, surpassing $1B loaned this past year: https://bit.ly/48yqqTm

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 13d

We're only 3 days away!

On 9/28 in Madison we’ll march for solar power, energy jobs & energy science.

The WI Climate March is part of a national wave of energy action, capping off Climate Week with a powerful call for a safe, healthy & just future:
https://wisconsinclimatemarch.org/

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 14d

The Xcel Energy Efficiency Summit was a success!

The conference brought together local & regional energy experts for interactive workshops on the latest technology & best practices.

Presentation resources are available: https://tinyurl.com/mr4a6s58

Thanks to everyone who made this day possible!

Person presenting a slide titled "Leading the Clean Energy Transition" at a podium, showing comparison of 2024 Energy Mix in Wisconsin with 88% carbon-free sources and projected for 2030, in a conference room.

A person giving a presentation at a podium with a projection screen behind them displaying a slide titled "Dual fuel (hybrid) systems: best of both worlds"

A person stands at a podium giving a presentation. The slide behind them reads "PROGRAM OVERVIEW" and includes bullet points about an energy saving program. There are flowers on the podium and a visible audience.

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 15d

Our team was at UW Green Bay last week for our Energy Career Fair.

We've partnered with WI's KEEP, Xcel Energy, WI Public Service & the WI Energy Workforce Consortium to hold free career fairs for high school students.

Thanks to everyone who made the day possible!
https://tinyurl.com/25tf7new

Five individuals lie on the grass forming a star shape with their feet together in the center, near a frisbee.

A blower door demo given in a school hallway with students observing.

Four young individuals are engaged in a creative activity around a table outdoors.

An instructor explaining a mechanical device to three attentive students in a classroom setting.

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 16d

New utility resource to support cities in their energy action plans!

Slipstream & @clearlyenergy.com, with support from the DOE, developed a framework to help utilities understand & quantify how their role in advancing benchmarking & BPS can lead to energy savings.

https://tinyurl.com/yck7uxzj

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 19d

Learning about Economizer Controls? Don't miss our Maximize Your Facility series! Ryan Hoger continues our series on economizer controls with the Honeywell JADE Advanced setup.

MYF is for anyone curious about energy and building management–and it’s FREE!

➡️ Watch the series: https://bit.ly/4a4dsKE

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 22d

On 9/28 in Madison we’ll march for solar power, energy jobs & energy science.

The WI Climate March is part of a national wave of energy action, capping off Climate Week with a powerful call for a safe, healthy & just future: https://wisconsinclimatemarch.org/

Noon – 1 pm: Gather at Library Mall 715 State Street, Madison Wisconsin1 – 2pm: March down State Street to Capitol Square2 – 4pm: Conclude at Capitol Square for speeches, musical acts and celebration

wisconsinclimatemarch.org

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 23d

"My career was bringing me back full circle to exact same spot where the students and I both started. It's just now I am on the other side of the front table with them learning from me."

On our blog, John Kroll reflects on his journey from student to building professional: https://bit.ly/465korN

Back to B4: A building science professional's journey from student to teacher | Slipstream

"My career was bringing me back full circle to exact same spot where the students and I both started. It's just now I am on the other side of the table."

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 26d

Say hello to the staff from our Chicago office! 👋

Last week, we went 'round to Chinatown for an afternoon that included a delicious lunch at MingHin Cuisine & a trip to the Chinese American Museum of Chicago to learn more about the history of this vital cultural pillar of our city.

#TeamSlipstream

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 26d

💥 Next week! Catch Slipstreamer Justin Sharer at EEBA Home Builder Summit Wed, 9/17

👉 Session: A Bolt from the Blue: Mysterious plug loads and other lessons for achieving optimal performance from a side-by-side new housing construction comparison

Catch his session & say hello!

summit2025.eeba.org

EEBA High Performance Home Builder Summit || EEBA Summit 2025

summit2025.eeba.org

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 27d

Catch us at the Building Energy Codes Conf next week!

🔹Darren Port(Trainer)
Energy Code Training (Pre-Conference)
🔹Jeannette Lezaks(Panelist)
How Energy Benchmarking Saves WI Cheddar
🔹John Kroll(Panelist)
Many Paths, One Goal: Cost-Effective Residential Compliance IRL

Info: https://bit.ly/4pj4Vfl

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 28d

NEXT WEEK! Xcel Energy Efficiency Summit: A free, half-day event for Xcel’s commercial & industrial customers & trade allies.

Optimize energy conservation measures, discover new technologies & prepare your business for success.

📆 Wed, 9/17, 8am-12:45pm
📍Eau Claire, WI

Info: https://bit.ly/4oD3AQm

Promotional poster for the Xcel Energy Efficiency Summit in Eau Claire, WI, featuring photos and names of six speakers: Adam Johnson, Steve Kujak, John Houdek, Miles Ryan, Scott Hackel, and Leah Gunter. Event details and logos of Slipstream and Xcel Energy included.

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · 29d

Our $1B in loans has helped customers afford energy-saving improvements with reasonable repayment options and lower monthly utility bills.

Hear from Robin Sherwood, Director of Lending Infrastructure, on what makes our financing different.

Learn more: slipstreaminc.org/1billion

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Sep 8

Michigan based? Don't miss out! Our FREE Heat Pump Summits start tomorrow:

🔹South Haven, MI - Tuesday, September 9
🔹Troy, MI - Thursday, September 11

Sign up info below 👇

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Sep 3

NEXT WEEK: Join us in-person for an impactful day of free heat pump sessions with experts. And stick around for a chance to leave the summit with your MIHPC Graduate designation.

🔹South Haven, MI - Tues, Sep 9
🔹Troy, MI - Thurs, Sep 11

Register here: https://bit.ly/3Q3Rfny

Training — Michigan Heat Pump Collaborative

www.miheatpumps.com

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Sep 5

How can utilities & local governments meet emissions goals w/ Building Performance Standards?

On Oct 1, we join @clearlyenergy.com to introduce a DOE-funded attribution framework for aligning with BPS programs, measuring savings & improving collaboration.

Free webinar link: https://bit.ly/3I5w2tz

Advancing Building Performance Standards: The Role of Utility Attribution | Slipstream

In this webinar, ClearlyEnergy and Slipstream will introduce a new DOE-funded attribution framework that helps utilities align with BPS programs.

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Sep 3

NEXT WEEK: Join us in-person for an impactful day of free heat pump sessions with experts. And stick around for a chance to leave the summit with your MIHPC Graduate designation.

🔹South Haven, MI - Tues, Sep 9
🔹Troy, MI - Thurs, Sep 11

Register here: https://bit.ly/3Q3Rfny

Training — Michigan Heat Pump Collaborative

www.miheatpumps.com

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Sep 2

Energy financing isn't just providing a loan–it can be a lifeline during an emergency.

For 25 years, we've been working to make energy efficiency & innovation available to everyone, surpassing $1B loaned this past year.

Stay tuned for more stories: slipstreaminc.org/1billion

#EnergyFinancing

Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Aug 28

We're only a few weeks out from the Xcel Energy Efficiency Summit!

This free conference brings together local & regional energy experts for a series of interactive workshops on latest technologies & best practices.

Wed, 9/17, 8am-12:45pm
📍Eau Claire, WI

Register: https://bit.ly/4oD3AQm

Xcel Energy Efficiency Summit | Slipstream

Discover how to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving energy landscape at this free, half-day event tailored for Xcel Energy’s commercial and industrial customers and trade allies

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Aug 28

One quarter century. One billion dollars. One by one, energy upgrades transform buildings and change lives.

This past year we reached the milestone of facilitating over $1B in loans to fund energy efficiency & renewable energy upgrades for homes & businesses.

Learn more: slipstreaminc.org/1billion

Graphic featuring the text 'Celebrating $1 Billion in Change' with '1 Billion' in bold pink and black fonts.

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Slipstream @slipstreaminc.org · Aug 27

We're back with another Team Slipstream!
This month? Otto Anson 👏

Otto's an Energy Engineer on the Program Acceleration Team, focused on creating energy models & managing client relations for the commercial & industrial new construction (CINC) & affordable housing new construction (AHNC) programs.