Both Florida’s energy code and the BERS ratings utilize the same computer programs. The Florida energy code upgraded to the EnergyGauge® USA program as its calculation engine during the 2007 code update cycle; this rule does the same for the BERS Program. Forms referenced by the rule are described with the year “2008” to assure that BERS criteria line up with the 2007 Florida Building Code, revised 2009, which references the EnergyGauge USA Fla/Res 2008 computer program and the EnergyGauge Summit Fla/Com 2008 computer program. Adopts the 2006 Mortgage Industry National Home Energy Rating Systems Standards, amended July 22, 2009, promulgated by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) and the National Association of State Energy Officials, and amends applicable portions of the rule to reflect this change: 1. The HERS Score is changed to a HERS Index with the Reference Standard for a home becoming a ratio when compared to the Design home. 2. The residential ratings will utilize the EnergyGauge® USA ResRate 2008 program, which meets the new Standards. 3. Class 1 raters will be required by the Standards to pass the RESNET National Core Exam. Recertification of raters will no longer require peer review and reevaluation. 4. Reporting of ratings will be via website upload.