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  • Join us in 2026!
  • Noteworthy News
  • Upcoming Events & Webinars 
  • SPEER Resources

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Join Us in 2026!

As we enter a new year SPEER will continue to set a standard of excellence in our work towards a more sustainable, resilient, affordable, and efficient landscape across Texas and Oklahoma. 


More than 70 industry-leading organizations are assisting us in the pursuit of this mission.


Want to join? See how your organization can get involved and become a SPEER member today!

Noteworthy News

Webinar Recap: 2024 IECC Residential: Duct Systems & Duct Testing—What Changed and How to Comply

PSO files application with Corporation Commission for rate review to support grid upgrades - The Lawton Constitution


Scott Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen—the latest house cleaning at the Corporation Commission - OK Energy Today


SPP advances Texas solar project near Oklahoma border - OK Energy Today


Regulators approve PSO portfolio of ‘energy efficiency’ programs - Southwest Ledger


Winter heating energy assistance program enrollment begins Jan. 6 - KFOR-TV Oklahoma City

OUBCC Code Change Proposals


Code change proposals for the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Technical Committees will be accepted until March 1, 2026.


Code change proposals for the Affordable Housing and Consolidated Dwelling Technical Committee and the Commercial Energy Conservation Technical Committee will be accepted for consideration until May 1, 2026.


Please follow directions to fill out the Code Change Proposal Form to submit to the OUBCC. For more information, check out the OUBCC website.

Upcoming OUBCC Technical Committee Meetings


For a full schedule of upcoming OUBCC meetings and agendas, as well as minutes from past meetings, head here.

Recent Update: Oklahoma Cities Code Adoption List


SPEER encourages all cities in Oklahoma to provide public access to their local Building Energy Codes online.


We have pulled the below information from the source links provided in the document, but please inform us of any additional updates. Updated as of December 10, 2025.


Click here to download the list.

Subscribe to SPEER's YouTube Channel


SPEER has over 230 recorded webinars archived on our YouTube channel focused on vital energy topics. Most recently we have added new webinar recordings: Healthy Homes & Climate Readiness, Navigating IECC Energy Code Compliance for Demand-Controlled Hot Water Recirculation Systems, 2024 IECC Residential: Duct Systems & Duct Testing—What Changed and How to Comply, and many more. 


Be sure to subscribe to stay informed as new material is uploaded and stay up-to-date with the latest industry and efficiency trends and resources!

Upcoming Events & Webinars

Webinar: 2024 IECC R405 Performance Path - What's New, What's Required, and How to Enforce It


January 20 @ 10:30 am


Join us for a focused training on the Simulated Building Performance Path found in Section R405 of the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code. This session explains how proposed home designs are modeled and compared to the Standard Reference Design, highlights major changes from previous code editions, and clarifies which building features can—and cannot—be traded off through performance modeling. We will cover updated HVAC and ventilation requirements, infiltration limits, renewable energy constraints, and documentation expectations for plan reviewers and inspectors.

CELC Webinar: Illuminated Insights - A Lighting Provider Power Hour


February 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm


Join us for a fast-paced, interactive Lighting Systems Provider Showcase designed to spark new ideas and connect you with industry leaders. The session kicks off with quick-fire, 5-minute presentations from 4–5 lighting experts—giving you the highlights you need, fast. After a brief transition, dive deeper in 20-minute breakout rooms where you can ask questions, explore solutions, and collaborate with peers. We’ll wrap with a short closing session to leave you energized and informed.


Companies participating to be announced soon.

*Visit SPEER's calendar for all upcoming events and training!

SPEER Resources

You can now find state-specific policy information including links to key state agency webpages, our previous public comments, and additional information about our work in both Texas and Oklahoma. You will also find our released reports, templates and materials for engaging with policy leaders, and additional materials on how our Policy Program interacts with the ongoing Heat Pump Working Group, SPEER Codes Program, and SPEER Local Governments Program. SPEER State and Local Policy.

What can you expect to find on our resource page?



We have created a library of local government resolutions, energy plans & policy work, climate action plans, and resiliency initiatives. These documents are meant to be a resource and showcase the commitment made by local governments to create an equitable, safe, and economically stable future for Texas and Oklahoma citizens. Head over to dive in and bookmark the page as we will continually be expanding and adding new material. 

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