Vermont H0181 amends building energy standards and establishes a residential builder registry.

Vermont H0181 updates the Residential Building Energy Standards (RBES) and Commercial Building Energy Standards (CBES) to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. The bill mandates the Department of Public Service to develop a methodology for calculating and reporting greenhouse gas savings from building energy code compliance. It also establishes a residential builder registry requiring builders to register with the Office of Professional Regulation and maintain specific insurance coverage. The bill aims to improve compliance rates and ensure safer, more energy-efficient buildings.

Vermont H0181 amends building energy standards and establishes a residential builder registry.

Vermont H0181 updates the Residential Building Energy Standards (RBES) and Commercial Building Energy Standards (CBES) to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. The bill mandates the Department of Public Service to develop a methodology for calculating and reporting greenhouse gas savings from building energy code compliance. It also establishes a residential builder registry requiring builders to register with the Office of Professional Regulation and maintain specific insurance coverage. The bill aims to improve compliance rates and ensure safer, more energy-efficient buildings.