Maryland HB79 aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by setting energy performance standards and promoting zero-emission vehicles.

Maryland HB79, the Climate Solutions Affordability Act of 2026, mandates the development of building energy performance standards to achieve a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The bill requires the Department of the Environment to adopt modifications to the Standards that allow innovative approaches to meet energy efficiency requirements. It also mandates the adoption of the 2018 International Green Construction Code and subsequent versions.

Maryland HB79 aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by setting energy performance standards and promoting zero-emission vehicles.

Maryland HB79, the Climate Solutions Affordability Act of 2026, mandates the development of building energy performance standards to achieve a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The bill requires the Department of the Environment to adopt modifications to the Standards that allow innovative approaches to meet energy efficiency requirements. It also mandates the adoption of the 2018 International Green Construction Code and subsequent versions.