Buildings
Abundant, Affordable, Climate-friendly Homes: What Part 1 of the National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building Means for Housing
Unpacking the Department of Energy’s long-anticipated Zero Emissions Building definition.
How New Federal Policy Raises the Bar for Energy-Efficient Housing
In May 2024, the US Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) updated their minimum home energy standards for new construction.
Bringing Gas Utility Planning into the 21st Century
New gas infrastructure shouldn’t be the only option when planning for the future.
Searing Heatwaves Underscore the Need for More Efficient Cooling
Last year was the warmest year on record, with climate change adding an extra month of abnormally high temperatures for the average person. This May, countries from India to the United States to Mexico have all experienced dangerous heat waves. Scientists estimate that more than…
Heat Pumps Can Lower Energy Bills in Maryland Today
Incentives from the federal, state, and utility levels can make for a rapid payback period — and long-term cost savings.
