Massachusetts S2266 mandates electrification of new and substantially remodeled buildings to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Massachusetts S2266 requires new and substantially remodeled buildings to use electricity instead of fossil fuels for heating, cooling, cooking, and clothes drying. It applies to commercial buildings, residential units, and biolabs. Hospitals must achieve net zero carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by 2050, with phased reductions starting in 2025. The Department of Energy Resources will oversee compliance and may grant waivers if compliance is impractical. The bill also mandates a just transition plan for gas utilities.

Massachusetts S2266 mandates electrification of new and substantially remodeled buildings to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Massachusetts S2266 requires new and substantially remodeled buildings to use electricity instead of fossil fuels for heating, cooling, cooking, and clothes drying. It applies to commercial buildings, residential units, and biolabs. Hospitals must achieve net zero carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by 2050, with phased reductions starting in 2025. The Department of Energy Resources will oversee compliance and may grant waivers if compliance is impractical. The bill also mandates a just transition plan for gas utilities.