Learn more about building decarbonization and energy efficiency and how DOER supports reducing energy demand and saving money for all in the Commonwealth.
- This page, Building Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency, is offered by
- Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
Building decarbonization highlights
utility program
Mass Save®
Visit the Mass Save website to learn more about our nation-leading energy efficiency program
energy data
Large Building Energy Reporting
Massachusetts' LBER law requires DOER to publicly disclose the Energy Usage of Buildings over 20,000 square feet. It offers transparency to Building stakeholders like tenants and municipalities about Building Energy Usage.
building energy code
Stretch Code
The Stretch Code, which emphasizes energy performance, as opposed to prescriptive requirements, is designed to result in cost-effective construction that is more energy efficient than that built to the "base" energy code.
Learn more about efficiency policies
See below for more information about different policies and programs DOER participates in to support building decarbonization
Energy Efficiency Programs
Learn more about the programs and incentives that support building decarbonization
Building Technologies
Learn more about the technologies that support clean heating and cooling and more
Codes and Standards
Learn more about our nation leading codes and standards that create cost savings for residents and businesses