Bill > S2247

This bill modifies the Massachusetts energy efficiency program (Mass Save) by introducing a mandatory zero-carbon assessment for customers at no cost. The assessment will comprehensively evaluate a building's energy needs and identify measures to eliminate combustible fuel usage, such as improving insulation, upgrading windows and electrical systems, installing solar generation, and replacing fossil fuel appliances with electric alternatives. The assessment will include a safety evaluation with combustion safety tests and gas leak detection. After the assessment, customers will receive a zero-carbon report detailing potential benefits like improved comfort, safety, health, and cost savings. The bill requires electric and gas distribution companies to provide annual data to the state department, which will publish the information online. Additionally, the bill mandates that program administrators establish contractor qualification criteria, ensure quality standards, provide technical assistance to women-owned and minority-owned businesses, and develop consulting and training programs focused on building electrification. These provisions will apply to energy efficiency plans starting in 2025-2027, with the goal of transitioning Massachusetts buildings toward more sustainable, zero-carbon energy solutions.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2247