Could Building Energy Codes Mandate Rooftop Solar in the Future?
Conference
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OSTI ID:1050807
This paper explores existing requirements and compliance options for both commercial and residential code structures. Common alternative compliance options are discussed including Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), green-power purchasing programs, shared solar programs and other community-based renewable energy investments. Compliance options are analyzed to consider building lifespan, cost-effectiveness, energy trade-offs, enforcement concerns and future code development. Existing onsite renewable energy codes are highlighted as case studies for the code development process.
- Research Organization:
- Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-76RL01830
- OSTI ID:
- 1050807
- Report Number(s):
- PNNL-SA-86350; BT0703000; TRN: US201218%%1576
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, August 12-17, 2012, Pacific Grove, California
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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