Notice of Public Hearing
The Construction Industries Commission will convene a public hearing for the repeal and replacement of 14.7.6 NMAC – 2018 New Mexico Residential Energy Conservation Code and 14.7.9 NMAC – 2018 New Mexico Commercial Energy Conservation Code. The hearing will be held before a hearing officer, at which time any interested person is invited to submit data, views, or arguments on the proposed changes, either orally or in writing, and to examine witnesses testifying at the hearing. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
The purpose of this public rule hearing is to receive public comments regarding the repeal the 2018 New Mexico Energy Conservation Codes and replaced with the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes. The Energy Conservation Codes establish minimum standards for energy conservation for residential and commercial construction in New Mexico.
The statutory authority for this rulemaking is found in the New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act, Subsections F and K of Section 60-13-9 and Section 60-13-44 NMSA 1978.
The hearing is scheduled as follows:
An in-person hearing shall be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at the Regulation and Licensing Department, 5500 San Antonio Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM, Sandia Conference room, starting at 9:30 a.m. The hearing will remain open until 10:00 a.m. or until participants have an opportunity to make public comments, whichever is longer.
Interested persons may obtain copies of the proposed rule changes by logging onto the Construction Industries Division website (www.rld.nm.gov/construction-industries) to download the proposed rules or by written request to the Albuquerque CID Office – Regulation and Licensing Department, 5500 San Antonio Drive NE, Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87109, attention: Quindi Otero-Robertson.
You may send written comments to: Construction Industries Division, – Regulation and Licensing Department, 5500 San Antonio Drive NE, Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87109, Attention: Public Comments. Written comments may also be faxed to (505) 765-5670 or submitted to Quindi Otero-Robertson at her email address: Quindi.Otero@rld.nm.gov.
All written comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. You may also review submitted comments by requesting copies from Quindi Otero-Robertson at her email address above. Public comments will be posted on the division’s website (www.rld.nm.gov/construction-industries). Written comments may also be received by the Commission at the in-person hearing until the hearing is closed. All public comments received shall be admitted into the record during the public hearing.
If you require special accommodation to attend the hearing, please notify CID by phone, email, or fax, of such needs as soon as possible to ensure adequate accommodation. Telephone: (505) 546-2195. Email: Quindi.Otero@rld.nm.gov; Fax No. (505) 765-5670.
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Jill Joseph
3466 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87507
jjoseph2533@gmail.com
(505) 712-2997
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Vernon Batty
PO Box 1299
Mesilla Park, NM 88047
aussiedogweb@gmail.com
(719) 433-7262
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Holly Bray
48 Camino De Milagro
Santa Fe, NM 87506
hjbray48@gmail.com
(505) 983-6615
Dear Construction Industries Division,
Since the future depends on our actions now, this is the time to act to end fossil fuel use.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Mary Ray Cate
1677 Cerro Gordo #5A
Santa Fe, NM 87594
maryray@sunlit-art.com
(505) 989-1630
Dear Construction Industries Division,
We need to create a New Mexico that is sustainable for our children?s future.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Edna Lusk
3316 Palomas Dr NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
nucca1957@yahoo.com
(505) 350-2517
Dear Construction Industries Division,
Given that the majority of low-income population is energy burden and at risk during extreme weather events we need to put things in motion to address this large scale problem. The IRA rebates and tax credits provide everyone with incentives and guidelines to do the right thing. Please don’t put your head in the sand!
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Lisa LaRocque
9838 Hardrock Rd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
llarocque@las-cruces.org
(575) 541-2177
Dear Construction Industries Division,
As we move forward there will be more and more electric cars. Let?s have New Mexico be a leader for infrastructure to charge those cars!
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Marisa Nochumson
2908 Adams St NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
mnochum84@gmail.com
(505) 206-6189
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I have had rooftop solar since 2014 and been driving electric since 2018. It’s time for others to join me.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
William Riker
6469 Hoochaneetsa Blvd
Cochiti Lake, NM 87083
wriker@mindspring.com
(505) 250-1283
Dear Construction Industries Division,
As a physician, I know these building codes will help fight climate change, thereby reducing air pollution and improve the health of New Mexicans. I urge you to adopt these codes straightaway.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Kristin Graziano
PO Box 837
Arroyo Seco, NM 87514
docgratz@yahoo.com
(505) 360-5913
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
OSCAR SIMPSON
3320 12th St NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
oscarsimpson3@yahoo.com
(505) 917-2134
Dear Construction Industries Division,
Solar powered charging stations are the future, and give us the hope for having any future at all. Thanks for caring.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and our children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
R Kirkpatrick
72 Arroyo Salado
Santa Fe, NM 87508
rkirkpatrick8@yahoo.com
(505) 514-2628
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Lori Lavasek
2904 El Corto Dr SW
Albuquerque, NM 87105
llavasek@gmail.com
(505) 350-1101
Dear Construction Industries Division,
This is a really great idea. There is no Planet B.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
robert grant
1115 Calle Fuerte NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
robertegrant1115@gmail.com
(919) 593-2710
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Cody
3821 Palo Duro Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
kitcody@hotmail.com
(505) 918-3403
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I strongly and enthusiastically support New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements!
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Jacques
7012 Husky Dr NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
aburnside2@aol.com
(505) 867-5138
Dear Construction Industries Division,
Please support new building codes including making them EV ready. Thanks.
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Ronald Schoenewolf
319 Bell Ave Apt B
Las Cruces, NM 88005
ronald_schoenewolf@comcast.net
(575) 214-1740
Dear Construction Industries Division,
As a concerned New Mexican, I strongly support the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings, as well as EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at five per cent of parking spaces, and another five to 15 per cent, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and our children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Kay Lockridge
2742 La Silla Dorada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
kdelanal@comcast.net
(505) 473-9694
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Melinda Tossani
PO Box 6790
Santa Fe, NM 87502
melinda.tossani@stvin.org
(505) 920-7226
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Denise Saccone
1720 W Alameda St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
deniseone@netzero.net
(505) 989-1233
Dear Construction Industries Division,
I am writing to express my strong support for New Mexico?s adoption of the 2021 Energy Conservation Codes for buildings along with EV-ready requirements.
In addition to keeping up with the latest code updates to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, I support the additional proposal to require all new buildings be EV-ready, making it easier for homeowners, residents of multifamily units and users of commercial parking lots to charge their electric vehicles.
The codes call for most new construction to include EV chargers at 5% of parking spaces, and another 5 to 15%, depending on the building type, must have the electrical infrastructure to accommodate future chargers.
Modern energy codes are critical for creating a safe climate and energy savings through weatherization and more efficient heating and cooling equipment. Considering the passage of Clean Cars and Trucks standards and the commercial shift to EVs announced by major automakers, these are common-sense, forward-thinking steps.
I care deeply about the climate crisis and my children?s future. Stronger energy codes reduce climate pollution and other air pollutants, improving our families? health, all while lowering utility bills, so I have more money to contribute to our local economy.
Sincerely,
Patrick Ramsey
817 Alameda Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87114
pat@pataeronautics.com
(505) 792-9270