SCOTUS Chevron Decision Won’t Slow Down State and Local Building Decarbonization
State climate policies won’t be affected by Chevron ruling—silver lining for equitable building decarb.
Federal
IMT’s staff have developed extensive networks with policymakers at local, state, and national levels. Below is a collection of resources on federal-level legislation that touches on IMT's building energy performance work.
The Latest
A Federal Definition of Net Zero Emissions Buildings
A deep dive analysis of the proposed federal definition of net zero emissions buildings
What the National BPS Coalition Could Mean for Communities and Climate Action
How does the National BPS Coalition work? IMT’s Tara Brown and Rajiv Ravulapati have been on the ground with the Coalition members, and offered their insights.
How Does the Federal Buildings BPS Measure Up?
The new Federal BPS could greatly impact electrification of the nation’s building stock. Amy Boyce digs into the policy’s aims and where it can go further.
BPS for Federal Buildings Released, and National BPS Coalition Expands to State of California
White House sets federal building standards, State of California joins the National Building Performance Standards Coalition, committing to better, more efficient, and more equitable buildings.
New Bill in Congress Would Create Jobs, Encourage Energy Efficiency in Housing
Cliff Majersik breaks down the The Green Neighborhoods Act, which includes the SAVE Act
What the White House’s Building Performance Standard Means and How to Do It Right
How the Biden administration can set building performance standards for federal buildings that benefit people and climate
A Transformative Infrastructure Bill?
IMT’s buildings and climate take on President Biden’s proposed infrastructure plan.
The Case For Improving Buildings Has Never Been Stronger
The path forward is no longer a technical challenge. We can make significant progress with tools and practices available today.
Priority Actions for America’s Buildings: Recommendations for the Biden-Harris Administration
Recommendations for decarbonizing buildings and ensuring a transition to an equitable, clean energy economy.