Keith O'Hara

Current Position

President and Co-Founder at Eco Performance Builders

Expertise

  • Home Performance and Electrification Retrofits

  • HVAC System Design and Installation

  • Insulation Systems

  • Zero Net Energy Building

  • Home Performance Business Management

Professional Experience

Keith O'Hara has over 15 years of experience in the home performance and electrification retrofit industry. He currently leads Eco Performance Builders, where he and his team of 23 professionals have completed over 1,500 home performance and electrification retrofit projects in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Throughout his career, O'Hara has focused on improving home comfort, air quality, efficiency, and durability. His expertise as a licensed general, HVAC, and insulation contractor has been instrumental in advancing sustainable home improvement practices in the region.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, California State University, Chico

  • Studied at Diablo Valley College

Contributions to Building Electrification

O'Hara has made significant contributions to building electrification through his work at Eco Performance Builders. His company specializes in all-electric home retrofits, playing a crucial role in reducing residential carbon footprints. By focusing on comprehensive home performance, including HVAC design, insulation, and zero net energy building practices, O'Hara has helped advance practical solutions for residential building electrification in the Bay Area.

Clubhouse Participation

O'Hara was a featured panelist in two Building Electrification Clubhouse events:

  1. The "Oakland's Groundbreaking EcoBlock Project Update" discussion, where he shared insights on implementing home performance and electrification retrofits at a neighborhood scale.

  2. The "Electrifying Mechanical Systems: Big Questions, Basic Questions" event in January 2024, where he contributed to discussions on HVAC electrification challenges and solutions in all-electric buildings.

Connect with Keith

Keith O'Hara generously contributed his expertise to the Building Electrification Clubhouse, hosted by BIG Oakland, demonstrating his commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and practical home performance solutions. His extensive experience in retrofitting homes exemplifies the real-world application of building electrification principles. O'Hara's involvement in industry conferences and associations, including co-organizing the Dry Climate Forum and serving on the board of the Building Performance Association, underscores his role as both a practitioner and educator in the field of home performance and electrification.