Receive presentation on Zero Net Energy building best practices
In Plain English
Staff will present information about Zero Net Energy buildings, which produce as much renewable energy as they consume. The city council will hear about construction techniques and policies that help buildings achieve net-zero energy use. After the presentation, council members may give staff direction on potential ZNE policies for Richmond.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Accept recommended action directing staff to develop 1) a ZNE ordinance with minimum requirements that go beyond California Building Energy Code; and 2) ZNE incentive-based programs using Environmental and Community Investment Agreement funding
6 aye · 0 nay
Why This Vote Matters
The city council unanimously directed staff to create new rules requiring buildings to produce as much renewable energy as they use, going beyond current state requirements. Council members also asked staff to develop incentive programs using existing environmental funding to encourage builders to meet these "Zero Net Energy" standards. This could affect future construction costs and energy bills for new buildings in Richmond, as developers would need to install solar panels or other renewable energy systems to offset the electricity and gas their buildings consume. The vote continues the council's consistent support for environmental measures.
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