California’s AB 130 is driving changes to how building energy codes are developed, implemented, and supported at the local level. This session will explore how utilities and industry experts are responding, including new tools and approaches for local jurisdictions, changes to the 2028 Energy Code to align with AB 130 requirements, and the implications for energy code compliance, modeling, and practitioners.

Moderated by Payam Bozorgchami, PE, Senior Civil Engineer, Building Standards Branch, Efficiency Division, California Energy Commission.