Municipal Energy Code Collaborative

Co-chairs

• Zack Tyler | Energy Futures Group
• Bettina Miguez | City of South Burlington
• Cara Robechek | Energy Action Network

Goals

• Assure that residential builders and contractors are constructing homes that meet the efficiency levels mandated by the Vermont Legislature through RBES.
• Maintain focus on affordability, looking not only at upfront/building costs, but also long-term durable affordability, comfort and health of buildings, etc.
• Create a model of accountability for residential energy code compliance in leading Vermont municipalities that are committed to energy savings and climate goals, which could then be scaled and adapted to others. Explore how the Regional Planning Commissions can support this process.
• Support the growth of skilled energy auditors in Vermont, reinforce the importance of RBES, and expand the knowledge base of local residential contractors. 

Timing and Participation

This group will start meeting in the Winter of 2026.  If you are interested in being part of this and/or other EAN Action Teams, please fill in this form, or contact Cara (cara@eanvt.org). 

Video of this Pitch from the November 2025 Summit