Map showing utility interest in thermal energy networks. This includes states with gas utilities that are developing pilot thermal energy network pilots, as well as states with utilities that are part of the Utility NetGeo Coalition. A list of utilities that are developing these pilots or are part of the coalition is also provided.

On the 12th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — Growing #Utility interest in neighborhood-scale #ThermalEnergyNetworks, with 28 gas utilities now working together to strategize how to best manage the transition off of gas. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

A worker at the site of Eversource Energy’s networked geothermal pilot in Framingham, Mass., in September 2023.

On the 11th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — The launch of the first operational utility-owned #ThermalEnergyNetwork from Eversource Energy in Framingham, MA. #EnergySky #GeothermalEnergyNetwork #NeighborhoodScale bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Map showing thermal energy network (TEN), geothermal network (GEN), Electric Network, and other neighborhood-scale building decarbonization projects that are operational, in development, in design, for which development or design proposals have been filed, or whose feasibility is being studied in the United States and Canada. Source the Building Decarbonization Coalition at https://buildingdecarb.org/neighborhood-scale-projects-map.

On the 10th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — CA, CO, & WA passing legislation to support at least 35 new #NeighborhoodScale decarbonization projects, bringing the number of such projects underway in the U.S. to at least 125. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Bar graph showing that nearly a quarter of gas pipeline mains are over 50 years old and reaching their end-of-life. Data from the U.S. Department of Transportation PHMSA.

On the 9th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — #Utility regulators revoking fossil fuel subsidies and asking gas utilities to consider clean energy alternatives to their aging gas pipeline networks. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Bar graph showing that 35 Building Decarbonization Bills in 15 States and DC became law in 2024. Each bar represents a state, with the status of bills that were introduced represented with different colors for their status (Failed, Held, In Progress, and Passed.)

On the 8th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — The introduction of 130 bills in 29 states and DC that would further a variety of building decarbonization goals, with 35 of these bills in 15 states and D.C. becoming law. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Headline from a Bloomberg article says, "Biden Rolls Out New Minimum Energy Standards for Affordable Housing," with a sub-headline that states, "Updated efficiency standards for new federal affordable housing construction could save lower-income renters and homeowners tens of millions of dollars each year." Includes photo of workers covering insulation at a home under construction in Texas. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/biden-boosts-energy-efficiency-standards-for-affordable-housing

On the 7th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — A decision by the U.S. Department of HUD and the USDA to adopt modern #EnergyEfficiency standards for the construction of new single and multifamily homes. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Map of U.S. states and territories, that, as of December 1, 2024, have applied or are applying for $6 billion in IRA funding to launch electrification rebate and incentive programs. Source: https://www.energy.gov/save/rebates

On the 6th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — 51 U.S. states and territories applying for $6.6 billion in Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding to launch #Electrification rebate and incentive programs. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Map showing that states with Heat Pump Commitments represent over half of the U.S. Population

On the 5th day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — 9 states and D.C. committing to ensure that #Heatpump technology makes up 65% of #HVAC sales by 2030 and 90% by 2040. bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Still from the (I'm Your) Heat Pump music video showing a singer holding a rose and singing to a woman while a guitar player plays in the background.

On the 3rd day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — A steamy #Heatpump love song penned by The Switch Is On ambassadors Michael T. Roberts and Will Hammond Jr. titled “(I’m Your) Heat Pump” #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Graph comparing that the sales of Heat pumps to the sales of fossil fuel furnaces from 2022 to 2045

On the 2nd day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — U.S. #Heatpump sales continuing to outpace sales of gas furnaces, with heat pumps outselling furnaces by 27% over the last 12 months. #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

Forbes Headline that says "Induction Cooking Trend Soars At Major Design And Construction Expo"

On the 1st day of #BDCWrapped2024 the #BuildingDecarb movement gave to me — National retailers saying that #Induction is becoming more popular, with AJ Madison reporting that “induction… has been growing in double digits the past three years.” #EnergySky bit.ly/4fWSEYY

2024 Wrapped: Building Decarb Edition […]

As we enter a new year, we’ll close out the old by celebrating 12 days of #BDCWrapped2024. Today and over the next 11 days, check back here to learn about a #BuildingDecarb movement win highlighted in BDC’s 2024 Wrapped: Building Decarb Edition! #EnergySky #Heatpump bit.ly/4fWSEYY