by Rebecca Walker — November 10, 2010—More than 500 state and local code officials voted on changes recently to the nation’s model energy code, with the goal of achieving energy savings of 30 percent compared to the 2006 model code.
The new 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) meets the 30 percent savings goal sought by the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the National Association of State Energy Officials, governors, lawmakers, and the broad-based Energy Efficient Codes Coalition (EECC).
The model energy code governs home and commercial building construction, additions, and renovations in 47 states and the District of Columbia where local building codes are based on these national model standards.
The proposals address window and skylight efficiency; insulation; daylighting controls; HVAC efficiency; lighting; and much more.
The package also requires commissioning of new buildings to ensure that the actual energy performance of the building meets the design intent.
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