We are in the middle of one of the worst housing slumps in the last 30 years. Adding to the cost of new homes will only make them less affordable for more potential buyers and deepen the slump.
A comprehensive, integrated campaign to boost new home model code energy efficiency by 30%
Because homes and other buildings consume almost half of America’s energy, they must play a significant role in any successful effort to improve energy efficiency. The 30% Solution before the International Code Commission is an ambitious, yet achievable and affordable proposal to reduce wasted energy from our homes.
Investments in more efficient homes today will pay myriad personal and societal dividends in the future and give homeowners greater certainty and control over their future energy budgets.
In September, the ICC has a momentous opportunity to make a giant leap for America’s energy security. Adopting The 30% Solution is the most ambitious single proposal before the ICC and would truly secure the ICC’s leadership in the energy efficiency debate for new home construction.
