By Michael Anderson |
As states in the Northeast and MidAtlantic work to improve affordability for residential customers, energy efficiency in multifamily buildings has become an area of focus for practitioners and policymakers. However, the multifamily sector is diverse, complex, and dynamic, varying widely in building typology, ownership structure, retrofit financing strategies, and…
By Dragana Thibault |
Every few years the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is updated, helping to shape the buildings where we live, work, and gather. The IECC influences home comfort and affordability, whether buildings are prepared for modern energy systems, and whether states and communities have a clear path to adopt stronger energy standards over time. The foundation for the 2030 IECC is…
By Maggie Molina |
States across the Northeast and MidAtlantic have spent years strengthening equity in their energy efficiency programs. Community partnerships have grown, participation gaps have narrowed, and policies have evolved to ensure that underserved households and small businesses gain access to the benefits of energy savings. But new proposals to cut, cap, or divert efficiency funding threaten to…
