getting started

Begin your journey into the world of energy codes. Discover insights into key stakeholders, explore the benefits of energy-efficient construction, and learn the history and fundamentals of building codes in the U.S. Start building smarter, today.”

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Code status maps

These maps provide a snapshot of residential and commercial building energy code adoption and implementation status in each state.

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Your guide to residential energy codes, co-hosted by Consumers Union.

Standards and regulations that go beyond minimum requirements.

Your guide to residential energy codes, co-hosted by Consumers Union.

Your guide to residential energy codes, co-hosted by Consumers Union.

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Homebuyer Demand for Energy Codes

Consumer demand for energy efficiency is a topic energy code advocates need to understand. We want to know the answers to questions like “do consumers believe in conserving energy through increasing energy efficiency in their homes?”

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Drumroll, Please: Results of the 2018 IECC Are In…

by Maureen Guttman, AIA The votes have been counted and while some folks will be happy with the results, others are very disappointed.  No, we’re not talking about the presidential election, but about the Online Governmental

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