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January 13, 2025

Building Decarbonization

Solar Decathlon Trains Next Generation of Green Architects
The Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon, virtual this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, is showcasing nine net-zero homes designed by students.
Maryland Climate Bill Dies in House-Senate Standoff
The Maryland legislature failed to reach an agreement to increase the state’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target after the House and Senate deadlocked.
NY Power Panel Debates Gas Moratorium
New York state officials and advisers disagree on the merits of a moratorium on new natural gas infrastructure.
NY Pushes Electrification with Heat Pumps
New York state and its utilities are funding a $700 million program to support EE and building electrification, mainly through heat pump technologies.
Massachusetts City Puts Energy Coach to Work
Local leaders in Newton, Mass., created a new energy coach position to help individuals and small businesses achieve energy efficiency.
Maryland Panel Votes to Boost GHG Goal to 50%
A Maryland House committee approved legislation to increase the state’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target to 50% from 2006 levels.
Nonprofit Taps Community Land Trusts for Solar
Spark Northwest works with community land trusts to address the challenges of bringing rooftop solar to low- and moderate-income households.
Reports Map out Many Routes to Net Zero
The authors of four U.S.-focused reports shared their insights on the policies they believe can drive rapid decarbonization across sectors.
Biden Infrastructure Plan Would Boost Clean Energy
Biden’s infrastructure plan includes a 10-year extension of the ITC for solar and storage, a new Grid Deployment Authority at DOE.
NESSBE Credits Passive Houses for Benefits Beyond Environment
Panelists at NESSBE highlighted passive-house standards for heating, cooling and comfort as critical in reducing energy burden for low-income families.

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