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ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 90.2, High-Performance Energy Design of Residential Buildings

Welcome to the Future of Residential Building Standards!
Latest Edition Includes Expanded Scope, Enhanced Retrofits, Stricter Efficiency Limits, EV Charging Infrastructure, and More.

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Elevate Your Building Projects with Cutting-Edge Energy Performance Standards

The 2024 edition of ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.2 has arrived, bringing transformative updates to residential building design. This new version sets ambitious goals for energy efficiency, greenhouse gas reduction, and indoor environmental quality (IEQ), ensuring that your projects meet the highest standards of sustainability and innovation.

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What’s New in 2024?

  • Expanded Scope: Now includes multifamily residential buildings of any height, focusing on energy performance, emissions, and IEQ.
  • Enhanced Retrofits: New performance requirements for substantial energy alterations to boost efficiency in existing buildings.
  • Distinct Requirements: Updated guidelines for dwelling units vs. common areas, including new lighting controls and thermal envelope standards.
  • Stricter Efficiency Limits: Lower Energy Rating Index (ERI) thresholds and a new CO2e Rating Index (CRI) to advance toward net zero energy and carbon designs.
  • Air Leakage Improvements: Increased stringency to reduce air leakage and enhance energy efficiency.
  • IEQ Alignment: Expanded requirements for better indoor environmental quality, in line with ASHRAE Standard 62.2.
  • Lighting Upgrades: Enhanced lighting quality with dim-to-warm and tunable sources, plus detailed controls for common areas.
  • EV Charging Infrastructure: New mandates for EV-ready parking spaces to support the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Why It Matters

The 2024 updates are designed to push the boundaries of energy performance and sustainability in residential buildings. By adhering to these standards, you not only comply with the latest regulations but also lead the way in creating energy-efficient, environmentally friendly spaces.

Stay Ahead of the Curve

Stay informed and ensure your projects meet the new benchmarks set by the 2024 ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.2. Embrace these changes and position yourself as a leader in sustainable building practices.

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