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ECc2

1–5 points

Intent

To drive improvement in energy efficiency and support long-term planning for carbon reduction of urban

building stock and ensure that all residents benefit from lower energy costs and a healthier environment.

Requirements

Achievement Pathways Points	Col2
Cities	1–5
Option 1. Energy Efficiency Programs	1–3
AND/OR
Option 2. Existing Building Decarbonization	1–3
Path 1. Building Energy Disclosure	1
AND/OR
Path 2. Strategic Decarbonization Plan	2
AND/OR
Option 3. New Low-Carbon Building	2–4
Path 1. Building Energy Efficiency	2
AND/OR
Path 2. Building Electrification	2

Comply with any combination of the following options for a maximum of 4 points.

Option 1. Energy Efficiency Programs (1–3 points)

Implement any of the following programs and initiatives, led by the city or in partnership with the city,

targeting residents and/or businesses. Each program/initiative is worth 1 point.

a. Energy code–related training and education for builders, inspectors, architects, engineers, and/or

other relevant parties through two training programs annually, reaching 200 participants in total.

b. Education and outreach on energy efficiency and resource conservation for building owners and

managers, residents, and/or businesses through one annual event, reaching 2,000

residents/businesses in total.

c. Help center on energy code and energy efficiency that provides information and directs building