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City of Pleasanton—Hidden Canyon Residences and Preserve Draft EIR Energy FirstCarbon Solutions 3.5-7 https://adecinnovations.sharepoint.com/sites/PublicationsSite/Shared Documents/Publications/Client (PN-JN)/2148/21480016/EIR/3 - Draft EIR/21480016 Sec03-05 Energy.docx Building Electrification and Efficiency Regulations Regulation 9, Rule 4 Targets nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from residential central furnaces, requiring new appliances to meet zero-NOx standards. This promotes the transition to electric heat pumps, which are more energy-efficient and reduce reliance on natural gas. Regulation 9, Rule 6 Focuses on NOx emissions from natural gas-fired boilers and water heaters, setting stringent emission standards for these appliances. Compliance with these standards is mandatory for new installations. Electrification Requirements The BAAQMD has adopted rules to promote the electrification of buildings, which will take effect in 2027 for water heaters and 2029 for space heaters. These rules mandate the replacement of natural gas appliances with highly efficient electric heat pumps. Clean Air Plan Control Measures The Clean Air Plan includes specific control measures aimed at reducing energy consumption and promoting clean energy: BL1 Green Building Standards: Encourages the adoption of green building standards that exceed the mandatory requirements, promoting energy-efficient building designs and technologies. BL2 Decarbonizing Buildings: Focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings by promoting electrification and the use of renewable energy sources. BL4 Energy Efficiency: Implements programs to improve energy efficiency in existing buildings through retrofits and upgrades. Local City of Pleasanton General Plan The Public Facilities and Community Programs Element of the City of Pleasanton General Plan includes goals to manage solid waste in ways that are environmentally acceptable by promoting waste diversion and the use of recycled products. The Air Quality and Climate Change Element of the General Plan, as well as the Energy Element, address GHG emissions and identify policies to protect and improve this resource focused on energy conservation, alternative transportation, water conservation, and preservation of the City’s urban forest and Urban Growth Boundary. City of Pleasanton General Plan The City of Pleasanton’s Council adopted an updated Climate Action Plan (CAP 2.0) in February 2022, with minor revisions in February 2023. The CAP 2.0 updates the City’s original CAP, which was adopted in 2012. It outlines local actions to reduce GHG emissions, enhance environmental