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City of Pleasanton—Hidden Canyon Residences and Preserve Energy Draft EIR 3.5-6 FirstCarbon Solutions https://adecinnovations.sharepoint.com/sites/PublicationsSite/Shared Documents/Publications/Client (PN-JN)/2148/21480016/EIR/3 - Draft EIR/21480016 Sec03-05 Energy.docx • Make improvements to reduce the energy loads of certain equipment covered by (i.e., subject to the requirements of) the Energy Code that perform a commercial process that is not related to the occupant needs in the building (such as refrigeration equipment in refrigerated warehouses, or air conditioning for computer equipment in data processing centers). California Code of Regulations Title 20 (Appliance Efficiency Regulations) Sets standards for the energy efficiency of appliances sold or offered for sale in California, covering a wide range of appliances. Title 20 ensures that individual appliances meet specific energy efficiency standards, complementing Title 24’s focus on overall building energy efficiency. California Code of Regulations Title 24 Part 11 (California Green Building Standards Code) California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 11 (commonly referred to as the CALGreen Code) provides for voluntary energy efficiency provisions designed to support local jurisdictions and other entities aiming to exceed the mandatory energy efficiency requirements set by the Energy Code. These provisions apply to newly constructed buildings as well as additions and alterations to existing buildings. These voluntary measures focus on enhancing resource efficiency, improving building energy system performance, and aligning with broader environmental and public health goals, such as decarbonizing California’s economy. They complement the mandatory provisions by offering additional strategies for energy conservation and efficiency. Renewable Portfolio Standard Established by Senate Bill 350 and Senate Bill 100, the RPS mandates that 60 percent of California’s electricity come from renewable sources by 2030 and 100 percent from zero-carbon sources by 2045. Developers can support this by integrating renewable energy systems, such as solar panels, into their projects. This not only helps meet State energy goals but also enhances the sustainability and marketability of new developments. California Energy Commission 2023 Integrated Energy Policy Report The Integrated Energy Policy Report (IEPR) is prepared by the CEC biennially (every two years), as mandated by Senate Bill 1389. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the State's major energy trends and issues, covering sectors like electricity, natural gas, and transportation fuels. The 2023 report highlights the implementation of California’s innovative policies and the role they have played in establishing a clean energy economy, as well as provides more detail on several key energy policies, including decarbonizing buildings, increasing energy efficiency savings, and integrating more renewable energy into the electricity system. Regional The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) implements various policies and regulations to enhance energy efficiency and promote clean energy usage in the region. The 2017 Clean Air Plan, titled “Spare the Air, Cool the Climate,” outlines several strategies to achieve these goals: