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Renewables & EfficiencyResidential Building Energy Standards
The RBES has been revised as of July 1, 2011. Revisions took effect October 1, 2011 and “shall apply to construction commenced on and after the date they become effective". RBES applies to all new residential construction, including additions, alterations, renovations, and repairs.
The updated Vermont Residential Energy Code Handbook is now available.
- 2011 Residential Energy Code Handbook
- 2011 RBES Certificate
- 2011 RBES Owner/Builder Disclosure Statement
Free hard copies are also be available free of charge from DPS and the Energy Code Assistance Center.
Free trainings on the new RBES are being funded by DPS and scheduled by Efficiency Vermont. The following are currently scheduled and more will be added:
RBES Trainings:
- Residential Building Energy Standards webinar
Date: March 13, 2012
Time: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: rk Miles Manchester, VT
Contact Chris Gordon at cgordon@veic.org to register.
- Vermont Residential Building Energy Standards for Realtors
Date: February 22, 2012
Time: 1:30pm-3:45pm
Location: The Burke Room Lyndon State College 1001 College Road Lyndon, VT
Date: March 29, 2012
Time: 9:30am-12pm
Location: St. Albans Venue TBD
Date: April 19, 2012
Time: 9:30am-12pm
Location: Hermitage Inn 25 Handle Road, West Dover, VT
Approved for 2 CE credits with the Vermont Real Estate Commission.
Contact: Tess Kennedy, tess@vtrealtor.com, www.vtrealtor.com
Energy Code Resources:
- Energy Code Assistance Center: 1-855-887-0673
- Energy Code Training Schedule
- 2005 Vermont Residential Building Energy Code Handbook
- 2005 RBES Certificate
- 2005 Instructions for completing RBES certificate
- 2005 REScheck
- 1997 Vermont Residential Building Energy Code Handbook
- 1997 RBES Certificate
- Other Related Resources
- Alliance
to Save Energy Home Energy Checkup
A guide to saving money and increasing comfort in your home while reducing energy use and pollution at the same time! You can select from among 14 kinds of energy efficiency choices, see how much money and pollution you can save, find out where to get energy efficient products, and get tips on how to act on your choices. - The Residential Energy Services
Network (RESNET)
For helpful information on home energy rating systems and energy efficient mortgages. - Consumer Research
Council (CRC)
CRC was founded in 1972 as a nonprofit research and education organization. It provides information to the public on consumer issues, assists over 200 affiliated state and local organizations representing 50 million consumers and conducts research projects. - Energy Efficient Builders Association
EEBA promotes the awareness, education and development of energy efficient, environmentally responsible buildings and communities. - ENERGY STAR Homes Program
Voluntary partnerships with home builders to construct residences that are 30 percent more energy-efficient than the current Model Energy Code (MEC). - Building Green
Articles, reviews, and news stories on energy-efficient, resource-efficient, and healthy building practices. EBN addresses material selection, siting, indoor air quality, day lighting, and other subjects relating to green building practices. - Home Energy Magazine
- OIKOS Green Building Resource
Information on green building products and materials along with techniques for sustainable design and construction.
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For more information please contact Kelly Launder, Vermont Dept. of Public Service at (802) 828-4039