Join the BFF community!

Building For the Future (BFF) is a group of leaders in the residential real estate remodeling industry that works to eliminate the pollution from the District’s homes by learning about decarbonization practices, products and techniques, and by educating their clients on how to take advantage of economic incentives to maximize energy efficiency, value and health.

BFF is a community of and for:

  • Architects

  • Designers

  • Electricians

  • General contractors

  • Landscape architects

  • Mechanical engineers

  • Plumber or gasfitters

  • Property managers

  • Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (HVAC installers)

“I am proud to be a member of BFF. I can bring more value to my clients, knowing that I am contributing to a better future for my kids.”

— Jada Cervantes

Membership Benefits

  • All you need to know

    Access curated, local, industry-specific information on legislation, incentives, and the health and economic benefits of residential decarbonization through a members-only portal and a monthly newsletter.

  • All your clients need to know

    Unbranded, newsletter and social-media ready news, factsheets and data you can customize with your logo and share with your clients through your own communication channels, to increase your value add.

  • More connections

    Connect with peers, industry leaders, and local potential clients, employees or employers. Showcase your practice/business through networking events, conferences, and online forums.

  • Continuing education

    Access to workshops, seminars, webinars, and courses to help members stay current with industry trends and enhance their skills.

  • Recognition

    Take the required webinars and courses and then show off your membership by adding it to your signature block, and being listed on the public directory of professionals with the expertise and qualifications to advise on electrification.

  • Events

    Exclusive early bird prices for events like the Electrified Homes Tour or the DC Healthy Homes Fair.

  • A better night's sleep

    Knowing you are actively doing something to help the planet.

By signing up to become a BFF member, you join a community which is committed to electrifying all things in their life and sharing their knowledge with their peers and clients.

Student
$75.00
Every year

Get a head start in residential electrification!

✓ Continuing education: workshops, webinars, and courses
✓ Networking: connect with industry leaders and employers
✓ Research and resources: members-only portal and newsletter

BFF membership options

Individual
$300.00
Every year

We offer financial assistance for individuals who cannot afford membership - contact us at info@electrifydc.org

✓ Continuing education: workshops, webinars and courses
✓ Networking: connect with peers, industry leaders and clients
✓ Research and resources: members-only portal and newsletter
✓ Shareables: unbranded information to share with your clients
✓ Certification: listing on public directory of professionals
Company
$4,000.00
Every year

Be recognized as a leader in residential decarbonization with continuing education for your employees and opportunities for showcasing your products and services. Discount available for businesses with fewer than 10 employees.

✓ Continuing education: workshop, webinars and courses
✓ Networking: connect with potential clients and employees
✓ Research and resources: members-only portal and newsletter
✓ Shareables: unbranded information to share with your clients
✓ Certification: listing on public directory of professionals

What do you do?

If you are a real estate agent, a broker, an appraiser or a mortgage lender, you can join Real Estate Agents Leading Electrification (REALE).

If you belong to a different profession and believe your work is key to decarbonizing our homes, we want to work with you!