• Solving for the 11% embodied carbon footprint in the built environment

    Watch the recording of our July 22 webinar on embodied carbon and read our related blog by Webly Bowles, Project Manager.

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    Join us in New York City October 27-29 for the premier event dedicated to zero energy and zero carbon buildings.

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    Our new initiative with RMI is delivering on climate-aligned codes and standards for states and cities.

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    In our latest newsletter—NBI shares info about Codes for Climate, Advanced Water Heating Initiative, Leading in LA, the 2021 Getting to Zero Forum and more.

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  • How to Reduce Building Emissions and Center Equity

    A new framework is available for cities looking to develop Building Performance Standards. The policy tool can help cities reach climate goals while integrating equity and economic inclusion.

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