This policy directs state agencies to install solar water heating systems in buildings and facilities where it is cost-effective based on the life cycle costs compared to conventional water heating systems. If solar thermal systems are not found to be cost-effective, then additional analysis will
All new state buildings, major renovations, or energy equipment must meet International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) standards, although the Director of Facilities Management, Design and Construction can approve exemptions. The State Building Energy Efficiency Design Standard must incorporate goals included under American Society of Heating,
Electric utilities and retail electricity providers in Oregon are required to ensure that certain percentages of their sales are derived from renewable energy sources. These requirements vary depending on utility size and contain incremental requirements leading up to final goals. Large investor-owned utilities must source
Arizona’s Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff requires that regulated electric utilities and electric power cooperatives serving retail customers in Arizona generate 15% of their energy from renewable resources, including several renewable thermal technologies, by 2025. This standard was adopted in 2006 and took effect in
Hawaii’s Renewable Portfolio Standard, updated in 2015 with House Bill 623, requires that large self-generators ensure that electric utilities and on-site energy generation consists of 40% renewable energy by 2030, 70% by 2040, and 100% by 2045. Renewable energy includes energy generated using biomass, biofuels,
Energy efficiency building standards apply to new construction and major renovation projects of state owned or state leased buildings. Buildings must exceed the International Energy Conservation Code by at least 20%, where cost-effective. The Montana Department of Labor, Montana university system, and other state agencies
Puerto Rico requires that state agencies and judicial entities must consider entering into energy savings performance contracts (ESPCs) as a first option when undertaking energy savings projects. The agency or judicial entity does not have to move forward with an ESPC if it is not
Arizona requires that all new state buildings over 6,000 square feet, including state government buildings, school district buildings, and universities, shall consider and evaluate solar systems on the basis of life cycle costs.
State entities including boards, departments, commissions, and authorities are required to perform energy analyses and reviews. This excludes the Iowa General Assembly, the court system, political subdivisions, and the Governor’s office. State entities must also purchase energy equipment that meets a certain efficiency criteria. Construction
Regulated electric utilities across Montana are required to offer customers a green power option from renewable resources. Specific renewable energy types and program administration policies vary by utility.
