Author: Alexander Gard-Murray
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Phius Suspends ENH v2 Certification Requirement
As of this morning, Phius is suspending their requirement that multifamily buildings certify with the DOE Efficient New Homes v2 program (formerly known as Zero Energy Ready Homes). Most items on the ENH checklist will still be required, but the certification requirement for projects covered by ENH v2 is paused indefinitely (projects covered by ENH v1 are…
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Massachusetts Energy Codes are Compatible with Increasing Housing Supply
Summary: Massachusetts’ energy codes have not been a barrier to increased housing production in the state. On average, communities with stronger codes have seen stronger housing production. Many communities are choosing to adopt stronger codes In 2023, Massachusetts’ voluntary Stretch energy code was updated with more rigorous requirements to cut energy use in buildings. Alongside…