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Watch Online / Filling the Gaps: The History of the Weatherization Assistance Program (2012)
Desc: Filling the Gaps: The History of the Weatherization Assistance Program: Directed by Joshua Wolfe. 'Filling The Gaps: The History of the Weatherization Assistance Program' presents the never-before-told story of the dedicated men and women of the Weatherization Assistance Program. The film shines a light on the unheralded work of the pioneers of weatherization, from the crews in the field to the architects in Washington D.C. In 1978, an anxious nation looked for answers to rising unemployment and energy costs. Amidst the crisis, the Weatherization Assistance Program was born. From modest beginnings, it has grown into a sophisticated, technologically driven program that has advanced building science. It is a story of service to the community and innovation in the field of energy conservation, highlighting the accomplishments of the program over the last 34 years.