Reaching Net Zero Carbon through Building Energy Codes

While the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is already being used by some states, wider adoption is anticipated with the initiation of DOE’s Resilient and Efficient Codes Implementation (RECI) program. This session highlights key changes in the IECC and identifies 2024 proposals that will have the biggest impact on reaching emission goals. The presenters will explore the relationship between required codes and voluntary standards, as well as the adoption status of Model Code and Stretch Code in Massachusetts, New York State and New York City.

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Event Time: 

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Room / Location:
Harbor 2

CEU Information: 

Approved for 1 credit hour toward AIA (LU), BOC, BPI, and NARI certification. Credit is offered for each full conference day toward MA CSL, PHI, Phius, and RESNET certification.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the current Model Code and Stretch Code adoption process in Massachusetts, New York State, and New York City
  • Summarize key changes in the 2021 IECC
  • Analyze and learn from impactful proposals in the 2024 IECC
  • Compare and contrast required codes with voluntary programs and incentives

Session ID: 

BOS23-303

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