2013 Building Energy Efficiency Standards

California's building efficiency standards are updated on an approximately three-year cycle. The 2013 Standards will continue to improve upon the current 2008 Standards for new construction of, and additions and alterations to, residential and nonresidential buildings.


Final Express Terms

Marked Versions and Related Documents



Compliance Manuals and Forms


Alternative Calculation Method Reference Manuals (2013 Standards Implementation)


2013 Acceptance Test Provider Certification Rulemaking


2013 Energy Provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code


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