Nebraska Energy Office

NEBRASKA ENERGY CODES

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For a Limited Time Only! Free Copies of 2009 Energy Codes and Supporting Materials Only While Supplies Last!
ORDER: 2009 IECC International Energy Conservation Code	ORDER: The IECC Compliance Guide for Homes in Nebraska is a two-sided, laminated 8.5" x 11" reference card outlining the basic requirements of the Nebraska Energy Code: Windows, Doors and Skylights Insulation Values Air Ducts Air Sealing the Building Envelope Heating and Cooling Systems Lighting and, Documentation

Effective August 27, 2011 the Nebraska Energy Code is IECC 2009/ASHRAE 90.1-2007

If your town or county has not adopted an energy code or does not wish to adopt an energy code, the Nebraska Energy Office will enforce the Code in your jurisdiction.

Questions regarding energy code compliance can be directed to Lynn K. Chamberlin or James Lucas at the Nebraska Energy Office.

What You Should Look for in a New Home
The following information is available for consumers interested in a new home which meets the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code.

Aids for Designers, Builders and Code Officials
The following information is available for designers, builders, codes officials and others interested in the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code.

Energy Code Workshop Opportunities

On occasion, the Nebraska Energy Office offers free codes training workshops. These opportunities are made available as part of the Nebraska Energy Office's continuing effort to assist local code officials, architects, engineers and others in their understanding of the requirements and savings opportunities associated with the latest energy conservation codes. Email Lynn K. Chamberlin or James Lucas to be notified about future training opportunities.

State, County and City Energy Codes

Cities and counties may adopt codes that differ from the Nebraska Energy Code,
however, state law requires the adopted code to be equivalent to the Nebraska Energy Code.

Online Energy Code Resources and Learning Tools

GENERAL INFORMATION

Building Energy Codes Program Overview Webcast
Building Energy Codes 101 - An Introduction (PDF 2.3 MB)
Building Energy Codes 101 Training Manual (PDF 2.5 MB)
Codes 101 Online Training

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODES

Residential Requirements of the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (PDF)
Basics of Using REScheck Software (PDF)
REScheck 101 Self-Paced Training

COMMERCIAL BUILDING CODES

Evaluating Commercial Buildings for Energy Code Compliance (PDF)
Basics of Using COMcheck Software (PDF)
Commercial Mechanical Requirements of the 2009 IECC (PDF)
Commercial Envelope Requirements of the 2009 IECC (PDF)
Commercial Lighting Requirements of the 2009 IECC (PDF)
COMcheck 101 Self-Paced Training

Energy Code Statutes, Rules and Regulations

Energy Code Studies

Code History

In 1980, the Unicameral passed LB954 which established the Nebraska Building Energy Conservation Standard, which was ASHRAE 90-75. In 1983, the Legislature replaced the Nebraska Building Energy Conservation Standard with the Nebraska Energy Standard, which was the 1983 Model Energy Code. In 2004, LB 888, which was unanimously passed by the Legislature, had two goals: 1) replace the 2000 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with the 2003 IECC for state-owned buildings; and 2) replace 1983 Model Energy Code with the 2003 IECC in the Nebraska Energy Code which applies to all buildings across the state.

LB 329, which updates the Nebraska Energy Code from the 2003 IECC to the 2009 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2007, was passed by the state's Unicameral Legislature on April 8, 2011 and signed by the Governor on April 14, 2011. The new code became effective August 27, 2011.

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