California’s Evolving Energy Policy Landscape: Local Government Options
Major changes are affecting reach codes and building decarbonization. The State of California has adopted a 6-year moratorium on codes that affect residential buildings. At the same time, the Bay Area Air District is phasing in rules reducing emissions from water heating and space heating. What options remain for local governments? This forum will explore examples of Bay Area local governments navigating our complex and evolving energy policy landscape. Join us for this online event, which is free and open to all.
Welcome and Introductions
Sean Youra, BayREN | Watch Recorded Presentation
Reach Codes in the Wake of California’s Code Moratorium
City and County of San Francisco
Barry Hooper, Senior Green Built Environment Coordinator, City and County of San Francisco | Watch Recorded Presentation
City of Menlo Park
Ori Paz, LEED AP BD+C, LFA, Management Analyst II, City of Menlo Park | Watch Recorded Presentation
County of Marin
Mark Chhabria, Senior Sustainability Analyst, County of Marin | Watch Recorded Presentation
Panel 1 Q&A | Watch Recorded Presentation
Tackling NOx Together: Air District Rules and Local Leadership
Bay Area Air District
Jennifer Lam, Assistant Manager, Bay Area Air District | Watch Recorded Presentation
City of Berkeley
Ammon Reagan, Sustainability Program Coordinator, City of Berkeley | Watch Recorded Presentation
County of San Mateo
Avana Andrade, Senior Sustainability Coordinator, County of San Mateo | Watch Recorded Presentation
Panel 2 Q&A and Closing Remarks | Watch Recorded Presentation
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BayREN Forum Q4 2025 Q&A and Resources