Cold Climate Housing Research Center

Check out this upcoming in-person event in Anchorage to learn about heat pumps from the UAA/LG Advanced Cold Climate Heat Pump Lab!

If you can't make it, feel free to look at our literature and webinars on heat pumps. You can find the literature on our website at cchrc.org and the most recent webinar here: https://youtu.be/Yo_AOL7_xVg?si=BxXVE3YJkAd5u9qV

What's a heat pump? Learn about cold climate heat pumps at the UAA/LG Advanced Cold Climate Heat Pump Lab open house on June 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Chugach will be there to provide information about our heat pump incentive program: https://www.chugachelectric.com/heatpump

We're excited to introduce Paul Rasmussen as CCHRC's new Executive Director!

Starting on Monday, June 15, Paul brings a deep commitment to tackling Alaska's unique housing challenges, and we can't wait to see what we'll accomplish together. Welcome, Paul!

Check out our press release for more information: https://cchrc.org/paul-rasmussen-named-next-executive-director-ofcold-climate-housing-research-center/

77 new homes across 13 communities! Awesome news from Housing Alaskans who just announced $1.5M in grants for shovel-ready developments that had stalled for lack of final "top-off" capital. For teachers, seniors, workforce families, and storm-impacted communities, these grants provide the necessary funding to see their projects to fruition.

🏠 Big news! Housing Alaskans is funding 77 new homes across 13 Alaska communities. And for the first time, one of the projects supported by Housing Alaskans is in Anchorage! It's Airport Heights Senior Housing.

Alaskans from Chevak to Sitka will benefit. Teachers. Seniors. Workforce families.

Storm-impacted villages.

$1.5M in gap funding → leverages $60M+ → stalled projects move forward.

Alaska needs shovels in the ground. This is how you do it.

Pictured: Anchorage from the air in September 2025.

Missed a class? Still looking for more information?

Check out the recordings of our Spring Class Series on YouTube and find info and tips on heat pumps, indoor air quality, and energy efficient housing!

Click here to view our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com//videos

Thank you to Golden Valley Electric Assn. (GVEA) for their generous support of these classes. They ensure that the classes can remain free and continue each year.

Special webinar alert!

CCHRC and the School of Architecture and Planning - University at Buffalo present a webinar on their forthcoming report, Climate Impacts on Alaska Housing. The research synthesizes evidence from 70 research sources and interviews with 20 housing providers about how environmental hazards such as permafrost thaw, coastal erosion, storms, and wildfires threaten homes across the state. Join this webinar to learn more about how these changes are reshaping building practices, maintenance needs, and where housing is built.

Join us today, Thursday, May 21, 2026, from noon-1pm AKDT for this free virtual webinar!

Click here for more information: https://cchrc.org/event/climate-impacts-on-housing-in-alaska/

Click here to register for the webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1dh8yiMmTeG_nDChQIUJ5g #/registration

IRHA is hiring! Check out their website for more information: https://irha.org/grant-writer-fairbanks/

🚨 Job alert!🚨

Our member IRHA is hiring a Grant Writer! The Interior Regional Housing Authority is seeking candidates for a regular, full-time position. This position is responsible for identifying and pursuing grant opportunities and other funding resources, ensuring compliance and managing reporting for all sources of funding.

The position is based in Fairbanks.

https://irha.org/grant-writer-fairbanks/

❗️Class Alert❗️

Join us today, Tuesday May 12th from noon-1pm AKT to learn practical, field-tested strategies for improving energy efficiency in your home and how to retrofit. Join this class to learn where small changes can make a big impact, what common mistakes to avoid, and how to prioritize improvements that deliver real results. We'll also touch on building science basics, cold climate considerations, and tips you can start applying on your next project.

Click here to register and learn more: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8qB5YYrbQtywXdekysiYlw

Thank you to Golden Valley Electric Assn. (GVEA) for their generous support of this class.

CCHRC is hosting a special spring webinar!

Climate change is having a direct and measurable impact on housing across Alaska. Permafrost thaw, extreme weather, and other environmental shifts are forcing communities to rethink how homes are designed and maintained. This webinar presents findings from a research project led by the School of Architecture and Planning - University at Buffalo in partnership with CCHRC, offering insights into what’s changing and what it means for the state’s housing future.

Join us on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from noon-1pm AKDT for this free virtual webinar!

Click here for more information: https://cchrc.org/event/climate-impacts-on-housing-in-alaska/

Click here to register for the webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1dh8yiMmTeG_nDChQIUJ5g #/registration

Check out this housing opportunity in Fairbanks from the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation. Learn more and download the application packet here: https://www.ahfc.us/tenants/how-to-apply-rental-assistance/waiting-list-status?fbclid=IwY2xjawRp_kFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZMktVOVZZZ015d2h6RzZ3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHijlFeL_c4rPTX3yZGC5kr2E6XchOENk11wq5GXCFZi93Oa959z7EA3E9FXL_aem_EQ2yOr8ZWji3MqW5wcSARw

Application Packets and Waiting List Status Public Housing Waiting List Status

Want to get more out of every dollar spent on heating and cooling and building performance?

Join us on Tuesday May 12th from noon-1pm AKT to learn practical, field-tested strategies for improving energy efficiency in your home and how to retrofit. Join this class to learn where small changes can make a big impact, what common mistakes to avoid, and how to prioritize improvements that deliver real results. We'll also touch on building science basics, cold climate considerations, and tips you can start applying on your next project.

Click here to register and learn more: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8qB5YYrbQtywXdekysiYlw

Learn more about our other classes here: https://cchrc.org/events/

Thank you to Golden Valley Electric Assn. (GVEA) for their generous support of this class.