Sec. 388.012. DEVELOPMENT OF ALTERNATIVE ENERGY-SAVING METHODS. The laboratory shall develop at least three alternative methods for achieving a 15 percent greater potential energy savings in residential, commercial, and industrial construction than the potential energy savings of construction that is in minimum compliance with Section 388.003. The alternative methods:
(1) may include both prescriptive and performance-based approaches, such as the approach of the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star qualified new home labeling program; and
(2) must include an estimate of:
(A) the implementation costs and energy savings to consumers; and
(B) the related emissions reductions.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1095 (H.B. 2129), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Sanitation and Environmental Quality
Chapter 388 - Texas Building Energy Performance Standards
Section 388.001. Legislative Findings
Section 388.003. Adoption of Building Energy Efficiency Performance Standards
Section 388.004. Enforcement of Energy Standards Outside of Municipality
Section 388.006. State Energy Conservation Office Evaluation
Section 388.007. Distribution of Information and Technical Assistance
Section 388.008. Development of Home Energy Ratings
Section 388.011. Certification of Municipal Building Inspectors
Section 388.012. Development of Alternative Energy-Saving Methods