The model energy codes, in their various forms, have been at the forefront of the discussion regarding building design in recent years. These codes include the International Energy Conservation Code ...

Energy code requirements for new construction and major renovation projects have continued to evolve over the years, adding more complexity for those responsible for ...

The latest energy codes for multifamily and commercial construction will require builders to adapt to more cost-effective and energy-efficient design. If the multi-housing and commercial building ...

Builders have had to wrestle with ever-increasing energy code requirements for almost two decades. Even though the national model energy code, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), has ...

You're ready to improve your home. Maybe you've already picked out new windows or planned that HVAC upgrade. Seems simple enough, right? Here's the thing though. What looks good on paper can quickly ...

In a world where building energy efficiency is increasingly prized, pursued and rewarded, it’s no surprise that it’s also becoming not only expected, but mandated. Energy-related codes and standards ...

Building codes are a set of regulations that govern the design, construction, and alteration of structures. A general understanding of building codes helps all parties involved in design and ...

District energy systems can accelerate decarbonization of buildings in cities. The clock is ticking for building owners in U.S. cities that have enacted performance standards to reduce greenhouse gas ...

image: Applying new approaches in energy codes may support improved building efficiency and decarbonization in the Big Apple and beyond. view more Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is ...