Local Governments Vote Resoundingly for Improved Efficiency in National Model Energy Code
Approved proposals will bring an estimated 10% or more efficiency improvement for both residential and commercial buildings.
Energy Efficiency as a Climate Solution
Energy efficiency is a cheap climate change solution that comes with many benefits, including job creation and compatibility with other key solutions.
Rising to the Challenge
To our partners, colleagues, and stakeholders: As we wrap up 2019, I’d like to pause for a moment to reflect on recent accomplishments and discuss how the Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) is approaching some big changes I see emerging in the decade ahead. As many of you know, I was thrilled to step into … Continued
A Look Back at City Climate Action in 2019
In 2019, we saw climate commitments continue but, more notably, we saw cities starting to take action to meet their commitments.
Five Things You Should Know About Commercial Real Estate Action in 2019
Across the real estate sector, we are seeing more commitment to climate change action, from increases in investor action to rising stakeholder pressure.
A Wicked Problem: How Do We Make Existing Buildings Smarter?
Analyzing and defining the quickest and best ways to reduce carbon emissions from our buildings is imperative for revolutionizing our energy system.
High-Performance Building Hub to Help District of Columbia Real Estate and Building Professionals Achieve Ambitious Climate Goals
IMT will manage the city’s new one-stop-shop for building performance standards.
Philadelphia Passes New Buildings Tune-Up Law: What You Need to Know
To cut carbon pollution by 200,000 metric tons, large commercial buildings in Philadelphia are now subject to a building tune-up requirement to improve energy efficiency.
Getting Up to Code: What You Need to Know Before Voting On the 2021 IECC
Five recommendations for Government Voting Representatives participating in the 2021 IECC vote.
Nareit’s Leader in the Light Awards Show Innovative REITs Stepping Up On Climate Action
As cities pass new climate policies and investors demand that REITs change business practices to lower climate risks, firms should look to Nareit’s Leader in the Light Award winners’ playbooks.