Sustainability progress in the residential market has been tremendous over the past decade, but current federal deregulation actions are posing significant new challenges for continued progress. Building codes, energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization are specific areas facing new headwinds as result of current federal actions. While these regulatory actions may seek to halt progress in these areas, many organizations are continuing to advance their sustainability goals as part of a long-term strategy. In this lively panel discussion, we will share the latest perspective on what has changed, and what has not, with respect to our collective journey to advance sustainable building practices.

Learning Objectives
1. Learn what is changing at the federal level that may impact a builder’s sustainability journey

2. Gain the latest knowledge on actions impacting building codes and energy efficiency tax incentives

3. Understand what current federal actions mean for electrification and decarbonization in the residential market

4. Learn what leading organizations are doing to continue advancing sustainability and sustainable building practices in the present era

Presenters
Aaron Smith, CEO, EEBA
Shawn Hunter, Global Sustainability Director, DuPont
Megan Cordes, Director Sustainability and Building Science, Beazer Homes
Tim O'Brien, President, Tim O'Brien Homes
Doug Tarry, Doug Tarry Homes
Stephen Myers, CEO, Thrive Home Builders