SPECIAL SECTION
The IECC meets U.S. energy and environmental needs by fostering improved utilization of fossil fuel and non-depletable resources in new buildings. As an alternative for one-and two-family dwellings, the International Residential Code® (IRC® ) provides prescriptive energy provisions that can be easily implemented and are consistent with IECC provisions.
The U.S. Department of Energy recognizes the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) under federal law and it is the most up-to-date, fully supported nationwide model building energy efficiency code. In 2001, the DOE made a formal determination that the 2000 edition of the IECC would improve energy efficiency in residential buildings. DOE actively participates in the Code Council’s code development process; it has been involved in developing proposals for all editions of the IECC and its predecessor, the Model Energy Code (MEC). The National Energy Policy Act of 1992 determined that the 1992 MEC was cost effective for residential construction and required states to determine if it was appropriate to revise their energy codes to meet or exceed the standard. Subsequently, DOE determined that the 1993 MEC, 1995 MEC, 1998 MEC and the 2000 IECC provide the most cost-effective residential standards.
The IGCC aims to reduce energy usage significantly. It addresses site development and land use, including preservation of natural and material resources. Its enforcement will improve indoor air quality and support the use of energy-efficient appliances, renewable energy systems, water resource conservation, rainwater collection and distribution systems, and the recovery of used water (gray water).
The IGCC also emphasizes building performance, including features such as a requirement for building system performance verification and building owner education to ensure the best energy-efficient practices.
In addition, a key feature of the new code is a section devoted to “jurisdictional electives” that will allow customization of the code beyond its baseline provisions to address local priorities and conditions.
The list of IGCC supporters and adopters is growing. Read the list of individuals and organizations that have publicly acknowledged support of the IGCC. And click here to read more about why our supporters and our partners believe the IGCC is important.
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CALGREEN IS HERE! THE FIRST STATE-ADOPTED GREEN CODE
Introducing the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code––the nation’s first mandatory
green building code––leading the way to building a safe and sustainable future.
2010 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE,
TITLE 24 PART 11 (CALGREEN)
• Features include regulations for energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency, environmental quality, and more.
• Mandatory provisions for the following types of new buildings: commercial, low-rise residential, and public schools. Appendices include voluntary provisions for all of these occupancies plus hospitals.
• The residential and non-residential provisions have been placed in separate chapters for easier use.
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