Climate Resilient Codes for Affordable Housing
This session will explore the development process, goals, and draft Climate Resilient Energy (CRE) Code developed through a IIJA / DOE Funded RECI project. The goal of the CRE code is to advance the development of clean and efficient building systems that will allow vulnerable residents to shelter in place safely during severe weather events and extended power outages, while also reducing energy consumption and energy burdens for affordable housing residents.
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Describe the health and safety objectives of a CRE code
Identify how the CRE Code defines and addresses resiliency for affordable housing
Explain the specific challenges, obstacles, and risks to the affordable housing market, and the counterweighing benefits of implementing a CRE code
Describe the key players and steps in the code development process and how the project team worked to center inclusion and equity throughout the process
Approved for 1 credit hour toward AIA (LU|HSW), BOC, BPI, NARI, Phius, and RESNET certification