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The '''Building Energy Codes Program''' (BECP) supports the development and implementation of residential and commercial building energy codes by engaging with government and industry stakeholders, and by providing technical assistance for code development, adoption, and compliance. Through advancing
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'''Building Energy Codes Program (BECP)''' is dedicated to enhancing the energy efficiency of buildings by aiding in the development, adoption, implementation, and enforcement of energy codes. By promoting these standards, BECP seeks to reduce energy use, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and support the transition to sustainable and cost-effective building practices across the nation.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program |title=Building Energy Codes Program |accessdate=January 30, 2025}}</ref>
 
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program}}


==Goals==
==Goals==
* Support the development of model energy codes to achieve maximum practicable, cost-effective energy efficiency.
* Facilitate the development and adoption of energy-efficient building codes.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program |title=Building Energy Codes Program |accessdate=January 30, 2025}}</ref>
* Assist states and localities in adopting and implementing better energy codes.
* Provide technical assistance to states, local governments, and building professionals for code implementation.
* Ensure energy code compliance to realize the intended savings for U.S. home and business owners.
* Reduce energy consumption and environmental impact through building standards.


==Sponsor==
==Organization==
* Federal Agency: [[United States Department of Energy]]
BECP is managed by the Building Technologies Office (BTO) within the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). It involves collaboration with state and local governments, code officials, and industry stakeholders. Funding for BECP comes from DOE's budget for energy efficiency programs.
* Sponsoring Office: [[Building Technologies Office]]


[[Category:Partnerships]]
The leader of the program holds the title/position of **Director, Building Technologies Office**.


==Creation==
==Partners==
The BECP was established in 1991 under the [[Energy Conservation and Production Act (ECPA)]] and further directed by the [[Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA)]].
* No specific partnerships are listed, but BECP works with various government agencies, industry associations, and educational institutions.
 
==History==
Established under the **Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975**, BECP has been instrumental in the evolution of building energy codes since its formal launch in 1977. Over the decades, it has influenced the creation of model codes like the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and ASHRAE Standard 90.1. Key events include the program's expansion to support not only code development but also compliance and training initiatives, adapting to new technologies and policy goals.


==Funding==
==Funding==
Funding details for the BECP are not explicitly listed in the provided information. However, the program receives support through various legislative acts and funding opportunities like those from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for grants aimed at improving energy codes.
Specific initial funding details are not public, but BECP is funded through DOE's annual appropriations for energy efficiency initiatives, with allocations aimed at supporting code development, technical assistance, and compliance efforts.


==Leadership==
==Implementation==
The leader of the program is typically referred to as the Program Manager or Director of the Building Energy Codes Program.
Implementation involves:
* Research and analysis to support code updates.
* Providing tools like REScheck and COMcheck for code compliance.
* Offering technical assistance, training, and resources to building code officials and professionals.
BECP is set up to operate indefinitely, continuously adapting to new building technologies and energy efficiency standards.


==Website==
==Related==
* [[Building Technologies Office]]
* [[Energy Policy and Conservation Act]]


* https://www.energycodes.gov
==External links==
* https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program
* https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program
* wikipedia:Building Energy Codes Program


==Social Media Accounts==
===Social media===
* No official social media accounts are listed for the BECP.
* No specific social media accounts for BECP; follow the Department of Energy for updates.
 
==Wikipedia Article==
[[wikipedia:Building Energy Codes Program]]


==References==
==References==
<references />


[[Category:Programs and initiatives]]
[[Category:Programs and initiatives]]
[[Category:Programs]]
[[Category:Department of Energy]]
[[Category:Department of Energy]]

Revision as of 22:36, 3 February 2025


Building Energy Codes Program
Type Program
Sponsor Organization Building Technologies Office
Top Organization N/A
Creation Legislation Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975
Website Website
Purpose To support the development, adoption, implementation, and enforcement of energy-efficient building codes, aiming to reduce energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and promote sustainable building practices across the United States.[1]
Program Start 1977
Initial Funding
Duration Indefinite
Historic Yes


Building Energy Codes Program (BECP) is dedicated to enhancing the energy efficiency of buildings by aiding in the development, adoption, implementation, and enforcement of energy codes. By promoting these standards, BECP seeks to reduce energy use, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and support the transition to sustainable and cost-effective building practices across the nation.[2]

Official Site

Goals

  • Facilitate the development and adoption of energy-efficient building codes.[3]
  • Provide technical assistance to states, local governments, and building professionals for code implementation.
  • Reduce energy consumption and environmental impact through building standards.

Organization

BECP is managed by the Building Technologies Office (BTO) within the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). It involves collaboration with state and local governments, code officials, and industry stakeholders. Funding for BECP comes from DOE's budget for energy efficiency programs.

The leader of the program holds the title/position of **Director, Building Technologies Office**.

Partners

  • No specific partnerships are listed, but BECP works with various government agencies, industry associations, and educational institutions.

History

Established under the **Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975**, BECP has been instrumental in the evolution of building energy codes since its formal launch in 1977. Over the decades, it has influenced the creation of model codes like the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and ASHRAE Standard 90.1. Key events include the program's expansion to support not only code development but also compliance and training initiatives, adapting to new technologies and policy goals.

Funding

Specific initial funding details are not public, but BECP is funded through DOE's annual appropriations for energy efficiency initiatives, with allocations aimed at supporting code development, technical assistance, and compliance efforts.

Implementation

Implementation involves:

  • Research and analysis to support code updates.
  • Providing tools like REScheck and COMcheck for code compliance.
  • Offering technical assistance, training, and resources to building code officials and professionals.

BECP is set up to operate indefinitely, continuously adapting to new building technologies and energy efficiency standards.

Related

External links

Social media

  • No specific social media accounts for BECP; follow the Department of Energy for updates.

References

  1. ↑ "Building Energy Codes Program". https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program. Retrieved January 30, 2025. 
  2. ↑ "Building Energy Codes Program". https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program. Retrieved January 30, 2025. 
  3. ↑ "Building Energy Codes Program". https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/building-energy-codes-program. Retrieved January 30, 2025. 
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