Energy Codes Forecast 2024: Money, Politics, and a New Model Code
Cherylyn Kelley gives an overview of the state of U.S. energy codes: federal funding, the 2024 IECC, and legislative updates.
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Deciphering Seattle’s BEPS: Balancing Flexibility, Complexity, and Oversight
Rajiv and Cliff here with your latest building performance standards (BPS) updates. There’s nothing we love more than a new player on the BPS roster. This time coming straight out of the ethereal mountain landscape of Seattle—birthplace of grunge and Sir Mix-A-Lot. On December 12th, 2023, the City Council of Seattle unanimously passed a Building … Continued
A Federal Definition of Net Zero Emissions Buildings
A deep dive analysis of the proposed federal definition of net zero emissions buildings
Top 5 Reasons You Should Care About Utility Data Access
Check out why IMT’s new Model Utility Data Access Law is a great tool that promotes utility savings for building owners and tenants.
Unintended Consequences & Potential Solutions of Building Decarbonization (Part 2)
Dive into solutions like financial support, equitable community engagement, affordable housing protections, green workforce development, health impact assessments, and cultural sensitivity.
With New Law, California Moves Towards Statewide Building Performance Standard
SB 48 from California’s state senate prioritizes interagency and community collaboration for building decarb.
Unintended Consequences & Potential Solutions of Building Decarbonization (Part 1)
The urgent need to combat climate change has accelerated efforts to electrify and decarbonize buildings, heralding a promising shift towards sustainable energy sources. As society embraces this transformative journey, it is crucial to acknowledge the potential unintended consequences of such endeavors, particularly for frontline communities and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). Historically marginalized and … Continued
Equitable Decarbonization Learning Series: Part I
This series explains equitable decarbonization, including why buildings matter and how energy efficient buildings benefit our communities.
Ten Points on the Beaver State’s New Building Performance Standard
Oregon is the fourth state to adopt a BPS, taking climate action to improve buildings.
Cambridge Adopts Bold Building Emissions Reduction Targets
Rajiv and James walk through the ambitious net-zero targets and equity considerations for the amended policy.