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What is a Zero Net Energy Building?
A zero net energy building (ZNEB) is one that is optimally efficient, and over the course of a year, generates energy onsite, using clean renewable resources, in a quantity equal to or greater than the total amount of energy consumed onsite. Zero net energy buildings are already being designed and constructed in Massachusetts, particularly in the residential sector. In addition to saving energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, zero net energy buildings can provide significant cost savings for residents and businesses, and stimulate clean energy technology development and job growth in the Commonwealth. Advancing Zero Net Energy Buildings in Massachusetts
The State Building Code: A First Major Step Towards Zero Net Energy Buildings
First State-Owned Zero Net Energy Building: North Shore Community College - Health and Student Services Building
Zero Net Energy Buildings: Case Studies
Zero Net Energy Buildings: Information Resources
Massachusetts Zero Net Energy Buildings Task Force
The Official Website of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Energy and Environmental Affairs
Zero Net Energy Buildings (ZNEB)
Commercial and residential buildings are major contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. Buildings consume 40 percent of primary energy used annually in the United States and 54 percent of energy used annually in Massachusetts. Our state is working to transform energy use in old and new buildings, moving toward super-efficiency and zero net energy renovation and construction, efforts critical to slowing the harmful progress of climate change.
