Many have theorized that energy-efficient homes should have lower default risks than standard homes because the former are associated with lower energy costs, which leaves more money to make the mortgage payment. However, few empirical studies have been conducted due to limited data availability. This study examines actual loan performance data obtained from CoreLogic, the … Continued
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On March 14th, the Green Builder Coalition and Green Builder Media presented a thorough look at the SAVE Act.
CNBC interviews Sen. Michael Bennet about SAVE Act.
Bipartisan, Budget-Neutral Bill Would Make Energy-Efficient Homes More Affordable, Create 83,000 Jobs by 2020
Sens. Bennet, Isakson Introduce SAVE Act on Capitol Hill.
IMT and ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA have partnered to create a toolkit of 11 policies and programs that local governments can implement today as part of a of multi-policy approach. The toolkit highlights successful local programs and best practices that governments can use to establish their own policy and program mix, based on local … Continued
The Sensible Accounting to Value Energy (SAVE) Act of 2011 is proposed federal legislation which calls for inclusion of energy costs in underwriting for federally financed single-family mortgages. Over time, the SAVE Act would drive growth in energy-efficient home construction and energy efficiency upgrades in existing homes, generating 83,000 jobs and $1.1 billion in consumer … Continued
This document answers questions regarding the purpose of the Save Act, how it would work, when the legislation would take effect and much more.
Goal: Enable the market to internalize the financial impacts of energy efficiency by reforming standard residential underwriting and appraisal practices. Read what IMT’s Cliff Majersik has to say about addressing this issue by clicking on the PDF.