Using City-Utility Partnership Agreements to Achieve Climate and Energy Goals
The report helps cities and utilities evaluate partnership agreements to meet climate and energy goals.
Climate Change
IMT is fighting climate change by addressing one of the top carbon-emitting sectors in the U.S.–buildings. By collaborating with local governments to improve building performance and making the business case for efficiency in real estate markets, IMT drives demand for high-performing buildings that create healthier, less costly, and more productive spaces. Below is a collection of resources that demonstrate how IMT is reducing carbon emissions and fighting climate change through energy-efficient buildings.
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Washington Blazes a Trail for State Action on Energy Efficiency
With the Clean Energy Buildings Act, Washington is first state to adopt an existing building performance standard. Last month, Washington State became the first state to adopt an existing building performance standard, putting it at the forefront of all states in addressing energy efficiency in buildings. This blazes a trail that others states are likely … Continued
Boosting Building Energy Efficiency in Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City wants to be climate positive by 2040. To reach this, the city is committed to reducing its community greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from a 2009 baseline by 2030 and 80% by 2040.
Catalyzing Market Transformation: Megan O’Neil
IMT’s experts catalyze collective and permanent market change. Get to know Megan O’Neil, Manager of City Solutions.
New York City Passes Bold Bill to Slash Buildings’ Climate Impact
NYC’s Climate Mobilization Act is one of the most ambitious actions any city has taken to reduce CO2 emissions. Now the hard work of implementation begins.
Meet the Women of Energy Efficiency
In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, IMT spoke with women who are leading the way on high-performance buildings and the energy efficiency industry.
Rethinking Energy Data Access: Conquering Barriers to Achieve Local Climate Goals
To guide local governments on how to navigate this complex issue, IMT developed Rethinking Energy Data Access: Conquering Barriers to Achieve Local Climate Goals.
DC Adopts Nation’s Strongest Climate Law
DC’s clean energy law is the first to meaningfully address existing building performance.
Energy Efficiency: The Swiss Army Knife of Clean Energy
Meeting global climate challenges will require every tool we have. Energy efficiency is many packed into one. Image: Unsplash.com From more frequent and intense natural disasters to growing electricity demand and costs, climate-related challenges are on the rise for everyone. Meeting these extraordinary challenges head-on requires an all-hands-on-deck effort to transform our energy future and … Continued
Museums Embrace Resiliency
Whether they are historic landmarks or contemporary icons, museums often serve as engines of economic regeneration.