Tag: National Initiative to Advance Building Codes

DOE Awards $90M to Boost Adoption of Building Energy Codes

By Joe Bebon, Editor Sep 16, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Sep 16, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million for 25 projects across the country to help states, cities, Tribal Nations, and their partners adopt and successfully implement updated energy codes for residential and commercial buildings. Building energy codes establish energy efficiency standards for new buildings, additions, and major renovations. According to the DOE, modern codes […]

DOE Offers $90 Million to Boost Adoption of Building Energy Codes

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 5, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Mar 5, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million in funding to support building energy code adoption, training, and technical assistance at the state and local level. The DOE estimates that, from 2010 through 2040, energy codes will have saved homes and businesses $182 billion on utility bills and prevented as much carbon dioxide from reaching […]