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Split Systems: Coordinating Energy Policies for New and Existing Buildings

May 7, 2025|

ACEEE and the National Energy Codes Collaborative examine conflicts and alignments between building codes and Building Performance Standards in Atlanta, St. Louis, and Seattle. The authors derive lessons for other cities to ensure policies to decarbonize new and existing buildings are measuring against similar performance metrics and minimizing unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles.

How Air Agencies Can Help End Fossil Fuel Pollution from Buildings

December 13, 2021|

This Insight Brief recommends that air agencies address appliance pollution and help guide an equitable transition to a pollution-free buildings future. These agencies have authority to set zero-emissions standards for new appliances, which can be designed equitably and in coordination with other decision makers’ building electrification efforts. This can help catalyze the policies and investments needed for an inclusive, affordable transition away from fossil fuels in our homes and buildings toward an all-electric future.