A Climate Resilient Energy Code for Multifamily Affordable Housing

Overview

The upcoming webinar, hosted by the Clean Energy Group, will focus on the Climate Resilient Energy Code specifically designed for multifamily affordable housing. This initiative addresses the urgent need for standards that enhance the resilience of housing for populations particularly vulnerable to climate impacts, such as those with electricity-dependent medical conditions.

Key Features

The webinar will present the draft Connecticut Climate Resilient Energy Code, a voluntary stretch building code that aims to integrate climate-resilient energy systems, including solar and energy storage solutions. These systems are crucial for maintaining essential services during grid outages, ensuring that residents can safely shelter in place during extreme weather events.

Presenters

The session will feature insights from:

• Seth Mullendore, President and Executive Director of Clean Energy Group

• Tristan Grant, Associate Director of New Buildings Institute

Participants will also learn about the preliminary impact analyses that assess the cost, energy, and resilience implications of implementing this code. This is an important step towards creating a more sustainable and secure living environment for residents of affordable housing.

For more information and to register, visit the Clean Energy Group's event page.