Codes + Standards AGC working with EPA on web site to help with environmental rule compliance The site will help contractors comply with environmental regulations.
Codes + Standards Petition initiative in Florida would allow homeowners to sell solar power to other consumers Proponents say the measure would boost the state's solar energy market if passed.
Codes + Standards Sustainable Forestry Initiative launches new standards and rules New standards and rules can affect how sourcing for wood products are done.
Codes + Standards New Jersey faces higher water costs due to leaks in distribution systems Century-old water infrastructure in many of the Garden State's communities is causing a lot of water loss.
Codes + Standards Ontario code changes boost accessibility for people with disabilities New codes require Ontario homes to include visual smoke alarms for the hearing impaired.
Codes + Standards Employer-sponsored bulk solar purchase program a new perk for some Several companies are helping employees install solar panels at their homes for a third less than average in price.
Codes + Standards Mortgage default rates about one-third less in energy-efficient homes Borrowers are less likely to default on their mortgages if they live in an energy-efficient home.
Codes + Standards Florida building code change requires 10-year battery smoke alarms A new law requires 10-year batteries in smoke alarms for all new and existing Florida homes.
Codes + Standards Obama plan would save about $900 on first-time mortgages First-time borroweres could save as much as $900 per year with the reduction in mortgage insurance fees recently announced by President Barack Obama.
Codes + Standards Public comments sought on draft of new passive house standard The Department of Energy funded a paper that is avialable for comments from the public.