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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced that ACEEE and a team of partners was selected to receive $3.6 million to work with six states to develop and adopt stronger residential building energy codes. With three sets of progressively stronger codes, the effort will culminate with codes that achieve zero-emissions new homes.  In coalition with Enterprise Community Partners, NASEO - National Association of State Energy Officials, and the New Buildings Institute, ACEEE will work with California, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Washington to adopt and implement cutting-edge building codes for new homes, significantly lowering utility bills for residents. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8d3akrC 

📰 Illinois EPA Announces Expanded Eligibility for Energy Efficiency Grants The Illinois EPA has expanded eligibility for two energy efficiency grant programs. These opportunities are now available statewide for single-family and multifamily properties (up to 20 units) serving residents receiving housing assistance. The Energy Efficiency Assessment Program and the Energy Efficiency Trust Fund Grant Program provide vital support to property managers, public housing authorities, and nonprofits to enhance energy savings, reduce utility bills, and promote climate resiliency. Both programs will award grants on a first-come, first-served basis and will remain open until funding is exhausted. 🔗 Read the full news release here: https://bit.ly/4dhCGXj 🔗 Energy Efficiency Assessment Program: https://bit.ly/3ZE5o16 🔗 Energy Efficiency Trust Fund Grant Program: https://bit.ly/4gIbDXM

Whitman's Select Board in Massachusetts has voted to work with Good Energy L.P. on an energy aggregation plan. This initiative aims to provide residents with competitive, stable electricity rates and aligns with a previous Town Meeting vote. Good Energy will manage the plan and process, offering residents the option to opt out while aiming to reduce electricity costs. Link to the full story below: https://bit.ly/3vWPnXu #RenewableEnergy #energyefficiency #Massachusetts -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Neeeco increases energy savings by making your homes energy-efficient. 🏠 ✅

What is the BC Energy Step Code? Studies have shown that high-performance homes are more comfortable and healthier because they effectively manage temperature and fresh air throughout the building. The Energy Step Code sets performance requirements for new construction and includes five steps of energy efficiency for homes. The Energy Step Code puts British Columbia on a path to meet the province’s target that all new buildings must be “net-zero energy ready” by 2032. See how this can be achieved in our latest video: https://lnkd.in/gxnsCga2

💡💰 It's been a few days since the California Public Utilities Commission's decision to introduce a flat monthly "Flat Rate" charge of $24.15 for residential customers...but even before the announcement, the decision was clearly divisive. 👍 On the positive side, environmental groups like the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Sierra Club view this as a step in the right direction to make electricity more affordable for low-income households and encourage electrification of homes and vehicles, which is crucial for meeting California's climate goals. 👎 Others aren't convinced. The solar industry, represented by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), has criticized the fixed charge, calling it a "tax" that could hinder rooftop solar and storage adoption. Some don't think the changes don't go far enough. The Sierra Club, for example, wants regulators to eliminate the fixed charge for low-income households, exempt all-electric customers, and institute higher income tiers for wealthier customers. What are your thoughts? 🤔 We'd love to hear. https://hubs.ly/Q02xD5kS0

This webinar will focus on the compliance paths, key changes, and implementation of the residential section of the 2021 IECC; an overview of the 2021 IECC for residential buildings and where industry pros and homeowners should focus for maximum energy cost savings. Register now! #energyefficiency #buildingcodes NV Energy https://ow.ly/QIgU50Tp64A

Our Residential Retrofits for Energy Equity (#R2E2) initiative has new resources to help state and local governments, as well as community-based organizations, jumpstart energy upgrades programs in your communities! Have questions about the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) or other sources of federal funding? There’s now an FAQ section to answer anything that might pop up! We’ve also added a new Green and Resilient Retrofit Program explainer as well as a federal efficiency and electrification rebate programs explainer. Check out these resources and more⤵️

➕ The biggest potential boost to home energy standards "in history"? 🏠 The government recently announced a series of actions to help kick off delivery of its Warm Homes Plan, including consulting on plans for private and social rented homes to have to achieve EPC C, or equivalent, by 2030. 🔗 Read more about how energy standards in homes could be boosted by visiting our website - link in comments.

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