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US Homeowners and Lenders Face Rising Risks from Extreme Weather
All Americans should have equitable access to tools and financing to future-proof their homes against extreme weather and rising energy costs.
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How Local Governments and Communities Are Taking Action to Get Fossil Fuels out of Buildings
Nearly 28 million Americans across 12 states now live in a jurisdiction where local policies favor fossil fuel-free, healthy buildings.
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Policy Opportunities to Increase Material Circularity in the Buildings Industry
This policy brief outlines recommended steps municipalities can take to increase material circularity and reduce emissions in the buildings sector.
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Low-Carbon Concrete in the Northeastern United States
Although concrete is one of the most carbon-intensive materials in our built environment, many opportunities exist to reduce its environmental impact.
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Wells Fargo Housing Affordability and Climate Change Dialogues
Financing tools must be leveraged to equitably decarbonize the existing housing stock, as explained in two reports co-developed by RMI and Wells Fargo.
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Three Questions Wisconsinites Are Asking about Heat Pumps
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission, which regulates public utilities in the state, is currently deciding what role the state's energy efficiency program will play in developing the local market for heat pumps.
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Low-Carbon Fuels Have a Limited Role to Play in New York’s Buildings
New York State is poised to become a national leader in climate action in the buildings sector, but emerging proposals focused on “low carbon fuels” present a costly distraction from more effective solutions.
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Funding Our Future: Creating a One-Stop Shop for Whole-Home Retrofits
Decarbonizing the US building stock must start by ensuring that low-income residents have easy access to affordable, healthy, safe, and climate-aligned housing.
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The Building Industry Takes Aim at “This Whole Other Chunk” of Emissions
Construction, engineering, and design firms are taking big steps to assess — and eventually reduce — the emissions.
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Maryland’s Opportunity to Lead on Fossil-Free Buildings
Maryland, a state well-known for its blue crabs, baseball, and diverse natural landscapes, has quietly crept into the national spotlight for another reason — as a leader on building decarbonization.