Two New Building Performance Standards Adopted in Maryland
Cliff Majersik analyzes building performance policies in Maryland and Montgomery County
Decarbonization
Taking action against climate change requires policies and business strategies that ensure carbon emissions reductions in our buildings and communities. Below is a collection of resources that provide information on how cities and the real estate community can drive decarbonization.
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SEC Takes Historic Step Forward on Climate Transparency
Cliff Majersik outlines the real estate implications of the SEC’s proposed rule on climate risk disclosure.
Understanding the Role of Buildings in Environmental Justice
A blog summary of Jalonne White-Newsome’s report on equity and building decarbonization.
Advancing Equity in Communities, Buildings, and Policy
This report focuses on opportunities to advance equitable decarbonization for non-residential buildings serving low-income and/or communities of color.
A Guidebook to European Buildings Efficiency Policy
Report on the evolution of the European regulatory framework for buildings efficiency as part of meeting the Paris Agreement
Mapping US Policy on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
This report informs EU audiences on the status of recovery measures in the U.S. that can move the country towards meeting its climate commitments
Building Performance Policies are a Gateway to Utility Reform
A building performance standard can accelerate the way utilities support equitable climate action.
IMT and Climate Innovation Call for $100M to Fund Equitable Policymaking
National Building Performance Standards Coalition creates opportunity to activate community groups, environmental justice organizations, and technical experts.
Consumer Advocates Are Key to Utility Regulation
Summary findings on how Consumer Advocates can positively influence utilities toward a just clean energy transition.
What Will It Take? The Path to Carbon Free Buildings by 2050
Read the full series summary with top takeaways from all four events.