Posts Tagged ‘energy’
Support the Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act
Our advocates in Washington, D.C., are pushing a high-priority proposal to open funding for energy efficiency projects.
H.R. 1491, the Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act, would expand financing for small businesses from $5.5 million to $10 million for efficiency projects.
New Santa Monica Zero Emissions Building Code
Santa Monica is developing a Zero Emissions Building (ZEB) Code for 2023. The new code will eliminate natural gas options for all new buildings in the city, with limited exceptions.
Santa Monica joins a growing list of jurisdictions pushing building electrification and decarbonization codes.
Understanding Building Submeters
Have your tenants asked you to submeter their commercial space yet? If not, they probably will soon! With submetering, your tenants are sure that their bills and leasing structure are just, that they have a return on investment of their individual energy conservation projects, and that they can proudly identify as sustainability leaders.
Read MoreTitle 24 Ensures Building Efficiency
As property owners and managers, it can get overwhelming when trying to understand all the different building codes. Title 24 is a specific part of the California Code of Regulations that specifically ensures building efficiency. These standards are updated every three years, so it is imperative to stay on top of the changes and avoid penalties.
Read MoreBuilding Electrification Dims Your Options for Energy
As a result of climate change impacting our daily lives, ambitious climate action plans are becoming popular among state policymakers. Some advocates of renewable energy are championing the implementation of “building electrification”.
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