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.
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
IMT Board Leadership Transition
IMT bids farewell to two board members and commend those who will lead us through our BuildUp2030 decade of action, starting with a new strategic plan.
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.
IMT Joins 80 Advocates Calling for FHFA Action on Energy Codes to Lower Housing Costs
Consumer, energy, housing, health, manufacturing, and environmental groups urge FHFA action on affordability, mortgage risk, safety
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.
Systems Change in Climate Action
When I think about the future of buildings work – and specifically how we fortify and reduce pollution in our existing homes and workplaces – these themes are emerging.
IMT Board of Directors Opens Search for New Executive Director
The IMT Board of Directors has retained Koya Partners to help recruit the next Executive Director.
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.