Expanding the Energy Savings Pie: Attribution Frameworks to Align IRA Home Energy Rebates and State Programs
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebates offer state energy offices (SEOs) opportunities for unprecedented investments in electrification and decarbonization across the residential sector. Implementing…
Connecticut Geothermal Industry Workforce Needs Assessment
In 2008, Connecticut set statewide goals to reduce statewide GHG emissions. To meet these climate goals, the state urgently needs to decarbonize its thermal sector. Geothermal heat pumps (also referred to as ground-source heat…
A Career in Building Code Enforcement
Are you seeking a meaningful career that benefits your community and makes buildings safer and more resilient? Becoming a Code Enforcement Official might be the perfect fit for you. Building codes set minimum requirements for how plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and…
A Guide for Communities: Getting Involved with Building Energy Codes
Understanding the significance of building energy codes and pathways for engagement empowers communities to participate in the development and implementation of building energy codes, contributing to broader goals of environmental sustainability and public health. Building energy codes offer…
Bridging the Gap: Advancing Equity in the Public Hearing and Comment Period for Building Energy Codes
There are various limitations that restrict community involvement in the code development process, particularly during the public engagement periods. Limited resources, geographical constraints, tight timelines and other barriers significantly hinder community participation, especially among…
Addendum to Building Energy Codes for a Carbon Constrained Era: Regional Progress & Next Steps
The following report serves as an addendum to a previous report published by NEEP, titled Building Energy Codes for a Carbon Constrained Era: A Toolkit of Strategies and Examples (2017). This report provides regional progress updates on the innovative strategies and recommendations outlined in…