EcoBuilding Pulse: Latest Codes, Standards and Rating Systems Articles

To Move Forward on Energy Efficiency, We Have to Clarify What We’re Measuring

Mon, 6 May 2013 02:10:08 EST

After evaluating 17 building energy-performance assessments from around the world, a new research paper proposes a classification framework for energy-efficiency evaluation.

How Far Can You Stretch?

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:46:59 EST

Stretch or reach codes help states and jurisdictions push baseline efficiency levels. Could they spur national code development and adoption?

Why We Need Better Data

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:53:27 EST

Vision 2020 chair Mark Frankel explains the need for more concrete performance data and fewer fuzzy labels.

Wisconsin Turns Away from Energy Star

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:49 EST

Builders in the state and elsewhere have abandoned the program as too costly and inflexible.

Colorado Town Takes the Lead on Energy Code Compliance

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:47 EST

Parker became a national energy exemplar under the stewardship of one inspired building official.

The Balance of Systems

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:42 EST

Codes and Standards chair Sam Rashkin describes how new codes and evolving rating systems are addressing the "house-as-a-system" approach to performance.

Building America Meeting Touches on Ventilation/Insulation Debate

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:29 EST

Conference speakers discuss how to avoid doing harm with high-performance enclosures.

Biophilia Becomes a Design Standard

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:15 EST

The prevalent approach to sustainability is still missing a key ingredient: nature itself.

Dennis Creech Advocates for Better Professionals and Policies

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:15 EST

Energy policy expert highlights the need for more stringent training and certification requirements within the construction industry.

2012 IECC: Is Upgrading Really Worth It?

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:14 EST

Podcast discusses the results of research on the cost benefits of adopting the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code.

European Union Moves Toward a Uniform Sustainability Standard

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:11 EST

The European Union is working toward a common building standard that will achieve a 90% reduction in energy consumption in buildings.

Government Weeds Through 95 Green Initiatives

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:04 EST

A new report from the General Accounting Office recommends more coordination among the primary agencies that promote green building in the private sector.

Bolder Standards, Boulder’s SmartRegs Ordinance

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:55 EST

The SmartRegs Ordinance and EnergySmart program may not only help Boulder achieve its ambitious 2020 energy reduction goals, but provides a valuable template for other cities.

HERS Becoming Default Building Standard

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:54 EST

With green rating systems quickly outpacing codes, and builders searching for a way to distinguish their products in the marketplace, the HERS rating is becoming the default standard.

Energy Codes Accelerate to Escape Velocity

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:53 EST

Builders and volunteer rating organizations are pushed to keep ahead, but questions remain on whether even this exponential race will run fast enough to meet 2030 targets.

Building America Summer 2012 Technical Update Meeting

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:52 EST

DOE to sponsor free, three-day Building America Summer 2012 conference showcasing the latest in energy-efficient residential technologies.

Panel Envisions a World in Which Green Is a Given

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:45 EST

USGBC's Jeremy Sigmon talks about the evolution of green building codes.

United Arab Emirates Plan Looks to 2030

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:45 EST

The green rating system is the first specifically tailored to the regional conditions and values of the Middle East.

Meeting the 2030 Challenge Through Building Codes

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:41 EST

A 2009 white paper help cities adopting the 2030 Challenge to update their energy standards.

LEED 2012 Open for Final Round Public Review

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:34:40 EST

LEED goes to an unprecedented fourth round of public comment for changes big and small.