Gov. Cuomo Launches Build Smart NY
Governor instrusts state agencies to reduce energy use 20 percent by 2020.
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Majersik Writes “A Virtuous Cycle” in EcoHome
Article caps off yearlong Vision 2020 forum of thought leaders.
Winners: Excellence in Energy Code Compliance
Three jurisdictions win inaugural award from IMT & GBPN.
Business Leaders Are Ready to Go Deep With Energy Efficiency
New survey highlights a desire for energy efficiency legislation.
EPA Analysis Shows Energy Benchmarking Yields Big Savings
35,000 buildings saved an average of 7% in energy.
New York City Sets Precedent for Energy Transparency
City is first to release benchmarking results for private buildings.
Breakin’ It Down: DC’s Energy Codes
On 9/12, IMT and AIA|DC offer a codes training specifically for DC-area architects.
Mayor Bloomberg Releases NYC’s 1st Benchmarking Report
Report analyzes over 1.8 billion square feet.
COMNET’s LEED Automation tool launches
COMNET Energy Modeling Portal automates upload of data to LEED Online.
How Energy Codes Make Homes More Efficient
Building energy codes set minimum legal standards for the energy efficiency of new homes. That’s good for the environment because it lowers carbon emissions, and also good for Americans’ bank accounts. Houses built to stronger codes are up to 44 percent more efficient and can save a family hundreds of dollars a year on energy … Continued