Massachusetts Needs a Real Net Zero Stretch Code!
Net Zero buildings, buildings that produce as much renewable energy as they consume, are better for our public health, for our environment, and for our communities. Net Zero design is predicated on three central pillars: energy efficiency, electrification and renewable energy. Net Zero housing is also an affordable option: Net Zero construction is not significantly more expensive than standard construction, and affordable housing is being built to net zero standards in Massachusetts right now!
If you are interested in getting involved with advocating for the Net Zero stretch code in your community, please contact [email protected]
Status of the Net Zero Stretch Code in MA
MCAN is currently mobilizing advocates to demand that the Mass. Department of Energy Resources (DOER) develop a true net zero stretch code that will ensure all new buildings and major gut rehabs:
- Have healthy indoor air
- Are affordable to heat and cool
- Reduce emissions by being all-electric and super energy efficient with renewable energy generated on-site or purchased off-site
On February 8, 2022, DOER released a straw proposal of a specialized stretch code that municipalities can adopt by early 2023.
MCAN Actions and Resources
What's next?
DOER is expected to release a formal specialized building code language for a second opportunity for public comments in early spring -- we will post the formal building code here so stay tuned!
The second (and last) opportunity for giving public comments will most likely be during summer 2022. Stay tuned!
Learn more...
- About the benefits of Net Zero housing in Built Environment Plus's excellent report Massachusetts is Ready for Net Zero .
- About the health risks of gas appliances and heating in Harvard's study about the Health Impacts of Buildings
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