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California may require solar on new high-rise residential and commercial buildings

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The California Energy Commission (CEC) passed new standards that would mandate solar energy and storage on new commercial buildings and high-rise multifamily structures.

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California considers statewide ban on natural gas heat, hot water in new homes

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The California Energy Commission is considering a statewide ban on the use of natural gas for heating and hot water in new homes.

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California Energy Commission launches code upgrade process

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The California Energy Commission launched the upgrade process to Title 24, the state energy code, last month. The commission is proposing to make Title 24 equivalent to ASHRAE 90.1-2013, 2013, a national model code. The new standards for new construction and major renovations are expected to take effect in 2017. read more.

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South Miami Poised to Mandate Solar Panels

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The City of South Miami, Florida City Commission is scheduled to take a final vote on July 18 on an ordinance that will require rooftop photovoltaic panels on new construction and major renovations. The proposed requirement is a first anywhere except in California where there are only a very few locales with a similar mandate.

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California Announces Plans to Cut Rooftop Solar Incentives—Here’s What That Means for Homeowners

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California Announces Plans to Cut Rooftop Solar Incentives—Here’s What That Means for Homeowners. California's solar incentive program just took a major hit after the state’s Public Utilities Commission voted to reduce payments to solar customers. For years, California’s progressive solar incentives have helped 1.5

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California Coastal Commission Rejects $1.4B Desalination Project

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Huntington Beach proposal was too "problematic" to move forward, state regulator said. .

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P2S Inc. acquires Notkin Mechanical Engineers

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of Long Beach, California, a leading provider of professional engineering, commissioning, and construction management services, announced today that it has acquired Notkin Mechanical Engineers , an award-winning mechanical design firm based in Seattle, Washington. .