04-09-2009, 09:42 AM
There was testimony at the hearing from an energy analyst who said the things in relation to the previous postings.
1. That the proposed code was modified for this tropical climate and is not a clone of mainland cold weather climate codes.
2. That the effect of the energy code was to reduce energy costs by approx. 30%. One example was that a home experiencing $200 per month electric bills might see $140 per month bills instead.
3. The easiest way for Hawaii to reduce it's dependence on foreign oil is to build and operate more efficient buildings.
That was some of the testimony from the council hearing.
1. That the proposed code was modified for this tropical climate and is not a clone of mainland cold weather climate codes.
2. That the effect of the energy code was to reduce energy costs by approx. 30%. One example was that a home experiencing $200 per month electric bills might see $140 per month bills instead.
3. The easiest way for Hawaii to reduce it's dependence on foreign oil is to build and operate more efficient buildings.
That was some of the testimony from the council hearing.
Assume the best and ask questions.
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