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Energy Commission Adopts Updated Building Standards to Improve Efficiency, Reduce Emissions From Homes and Businesses.
Recently, the California Energy Commission adopted the 2022 Building Energy Efficiency Standards to improve efficiency and reduce emissions from homes. The “Energy Code,” as the Building Standards is called, will be beneficial to public health in the state, result in cleaner energy, and drive the state’s goal towards climate change.
According to the energy commission, building standards are changed every three years to boost energy efficiency and minimize carbon footprint cost-efficiently. In addition, the state’s energy and planning body revealed that homes and businesses in California utilize 70% of electricity and solely account for a portion of the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. This explains the reason for the Energy Code Adoption.
THE UPDATED ENERGY CODE WILL DRIVE CALIFORNIA HOMES TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY
Energy Efficiency Commissioner Andrew McAllister said that buildings impact health and the economy. The commissioner said that the commission is looking into the future that utilizes less energy with less pollution. With the adopted Energy Code, California would drive towards low utilization of carbon technologies so that everyone can stay healthy and comfortable. As a result, the state would meet its long-term low-carbon emission goals. However, spokeswoman for the commission Lindsay Buckley said that although there is no assurance that the Building Standards Commission will adopt the plan, she is convinced that such plan won’t be rejected, especially if approved by the energy board.
According to experts, the Energy Code will reduce ten million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions
and offer close to a billion and a half dollars in consumer benefits over the next three decades if approved. The adopted standards will also reduce the cost of technology, including the production of explosive vehicles.
The Energy Code implies that constructors would add solar power to all the new structures, including commercial and residential projects. These buildings would be cabled to encourage less utilization of gas-powered units and convert the models to electrical sources. Commercial buildings affected by the Energy Code include hotels, schools, offices, restaurants, theaters, etc.
The Energy Code Emphasizes Primary Areas The recently adopted Building Energy Standards focuses on primary areas;
• Encouraging electric heat pump technology for less energy utilization and fewer emissions. • Push for producing more electric technologies for homes and buildings for owners to use electric-powered units, such as electric vehicles and electric heating appliances. • Increase solar photovoltaic system and battery storage quality to make green energy readily sufficient and obtainable. In addition, it will drive the state’s goals towards a fully clean electricity grid. • Solidify ventilation requirements to enhance indoor air quality.
The update will be put forward to the California Building Standards Commission for further consideration later in December. If the standards are approved, they will be implemented on the first day of January 2023. It would give contractors and building constructors a year ahead to prepare for the changes.
The world is driving towards clean energy, which is vital to protect the environment for future generations. With the drive for climate change starting from buildings and constructions, emissions will reduce drastically, resulting in more comfortable living. In addition, the updated building standards would make buildings withstand extreme conditions better, reduce energy costs, and lower air toxicity.
Soon, states in the U.S will adopt similar energy standards, resulting in a hike in home prices. So start now by planning for the future. If you are looking to buy a home, now is never too late. Contact Eric L. Frazier for assistance with purchasing a home or investment property. Eric L. Frazier MBA is a licensed Mortgage Advisor NMLS 461807 and can be reached at 800-261-1634 ext. 703.
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References https://www.energy.ca.gov/news/2021-08/energy-commission-adopts-updatedbuilding-standards-improve-efficiency-reduce-0 https://www.forconstructionpros.com/business/news/21614832/californiaenergy-commission-approves-solar-mandate-for-new-buildings
