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The Vermont Residential Building Energy Standard (RBES) - 21 V.S.A. § 266 affects all new homes built after July 1, 1998.

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.

RBES Training

Free trainings on the new RBES are being funded by the Public Service Department and scheduled by Efficiency Vermont.

• Energy Code Training Schedule

Energy Code Materials for Homes Built from October 1, 2011 - Present

The updated Vermont Residential Energy Code Handbook is now available:

• 2011 Residential Energy Code Handbook

• 2011 RBES Certificate

• 2011 RBES Owner/Builder Disclosure Statement

• REScheck Software

Free hard copies are also be available free of charge from the Public Service Department, as well as the Energy Code Assistance Center.

Energy Code Materials for Homes Built from January 1, 2005 - September 30, 2011

• 2005 Vermont Residential Building Energy Code Handbook

• 2005 RBES Certificate

• 2005 Instructions for completing RBES certificate

• REScheck Software

Energy Code Material for Homes Built July 1, 1998 - December 31, 2004

• 1997 Vermont Residential Building Energy Code Handbook

• 1997 RBES Certificate

Other Energy Code Resources

• Energy Code Assistance Center: 1-855-887-0673
• 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.
   

For more information please contact Kelly Launder by email, or (802) 828-4039, at the Public Service Department.