New bylaw will be responsible for an estimated 20% carbon emissions reduction needed to meet City’s 2030 goals. On July 20, 2022 the Vancouver City Council adopted the 2022 Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits Bylaw. This bylaw will require larger commercial and multifamily buildings in Vancouver to submit a report annually on their energy … Continued
National Building Performance Standards Coalition creates opportunity to activate community groups, environmental justice organizations, and technical experts.
Read the full series summary with top takeaways from all four events.
Amy Boyce explains why codes matter to effective building performance policy for existing buildings.
This miniguide describes the overlap and distinction between public utility commissions and consumer advocates and how they can strengthen relationships.
This video shows how a building performance standard in your jurisdiction can benefit you and your communities.
This infographic shows how a building performance standard in your jurisdiction can benefit you and your communities.
Why utility integrated resource plans matter and how to leverage them for equitable, clean energy.
To transition to a clean power economy that includes all community members, it is important to leverage utility integrated resource plans. This guide explains IRPs and how to use them as a tool for advocacy.
Since the model ordinance’s initial publication in January 2021, the following modifications have been made.