A court ruling in Washington D.C. has upheld building code amendments that prohibit new gas hookups, allowing for new and modified buildings to be constructed to a net-zero energy standard by 2027. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act does not prevent local governments from regulating energy consumption in specific locations, supporting the city's environmental goals and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This decision sets a precedent for other cities looking to implement similar climate solutions and demonstrates the legal authority of local governments to address energy consumption and emissions.
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