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SCOTUS Chevron Decision Won’t Slow Down State and Local Building Decarbonization

June 28, 2024

State climate policies won’t be affected by Chevron ruling—silver lining for equitable building decarb.

Zero to Hero: We Now Have a National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building

June 20, 2024

The new definition is a foundation to move us toward a future of high-performing, zero carbon buildings for all of us to live, work, and learn.

A Flimsy Challenge to Colorado Green-Buildings Policies

May 8, 2024

This guest blog post from Daniel Carpenter-Gold at IMT’s partner, the Public Health Law Center, analyzes a recent lawsuit challenging Colorado’s and Denver’s Building Performance Standards. 

Missed Connections: Building Energy Codes and Building Performance Standards

May 3, 2024

At what point do buildings exit the realm of energy codes and enter the realm of BPS? Marshall and Louise detail why we need alignment between the two to effectively decarbonize buildings.

HUD Decision Helps Residents Save on Energy 

April 25, 2024

IMT celebrates the decision by HUD and USDA to update their minimum energy efficiency standards for new homes.

Local Initiatives, National Networks: IMT is Scaling Our Climate Action for Buildings

April 24, 2024

IMT’s new CEO Alex Dews forecasts what’s needed for equitable building solutions on every level in the years ahead.

Department of Energy and IMT Announce 2024 Green Lease Leaders Awards

April 3, 2024

The winners exemplify a growing shift toward sustainability and equity in commercial real estate.

10 Years of Green Lease Leaders: Looking at the Past and Present 

April 3, 2024

What we’ve learned from the Green Lease Leaders program and what green leasing trends we see today.

IMT Earns 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for Sustained Excellence

March 26, 2024

IMT received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 

Codes Ruling Hinders Building Decarbonization Progress, Rejects Expert Recommendations

March 22, 2024

A decision by the International Code Council’s Board will hinder the progress of decarbonization in new buildings affected by the 2024 energy code.

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