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• SECO Opens Comment Period on 2024 IECC & IRC
• New Benefit for SPEER Members: AESP Inclusive Enterprises Directory
• Upcoming Events & Webinars
• Noteworthy
• What We're Reading

SECO Opens Comment Period on 2024 IECC & IRC

Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) Opens RFC on the Adoption of 2024 IECC & IRC

Notice to Persons Interested in Energy Efficiency Building Codes for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Construction: The State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) is accepting written comments on the energy efficiency chapter of the 2024 International Residential Code for single-family residential construction, and is also accepting written comments on the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code for all commercial and industrial construction, and in residential construction other than single-family residential construction. Comments must be received no later than November 24, 2025.  You may submit your written comments by email or mail.

See the full notice here for information on how to submit comments.

New Benefit for SPEER Members: AESP Inclusive Enterprises Directory

SPEER is proud to announce that we're partnering with AESP to launch the Inclusive Enterprises Directory — making it easier than ever for SPEER members to connect with small and diverse-owned businesses in the clean energy sector.

Browse, search, and partner with suppliers driving innovation and equity across North America! Check out the directory here.

Upcoming Events & Webinars

Texas Energy Summit 2025

Are you interested in discussing pressing energy topics in Texas with experts, policymakers, advocates, and industry leaders? Don't miss the 22nd Annual Texas Energy Summit this week (November 4-6) at the Texas Capitol in Austin.

This premier event includes workshops on topics ranging from energy economics, emerging energy technologies, distributed energy resources and other energy efficiency strategies, and more. 

Secure your spot by registering today.

SPEER Staff at Texoma Made Conference

SPEER Senior Manager of Government and Community Engagement Shaun Auckland will be speaking at the upcoming Texoma Made Conference in Sherman, Texas, hosted by TCOG.

This premier learning and networking event for business leaders, city officials, educators, and changemakers shaping the future of North Texas and Southern Oklahoma will take place from 8a to 4p on Wednesday, November 5 at Austin College in Sherman.

More info and registration here.

Austin Community Connections Resource Fair

November 15 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Eastside Early College High School

SPEER is excited to join Austin Energy for Austin’s Community Connections Resource Fair. We will be demonstrating practical weatherization techniques to help homeowners improve energy efficiency and resilience as well as distributing free weatherization kits for qualified attendees to use at home. 

Come enjoy a free, family-friendly event with food, prizes, activities for the kids, health services, and tons of local resources (including an electric lawn equipment exchange)!

Be a Part of Austin’s Biggest Day of Community Support! Learn more here.

Noteworthy

Oncor’s Non-Metro Commercial Customers Can Save Big!

Oncor’s Commercial Non-Metro Program offers qualifying commercial and industrial customers no-cost energy assessments, customer support, and cash incentives for high-efficiency upgrades during building retrofit, remodel, and new construction projects in Oncor’s service territory. Their team of energy professionals ensure a fast and easy application process to maximize your energy savings and incentives. To learn more reach out to OncorCNME@frontierenergy.com View the program flyer here.

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What We're Reading

Renewing the case for energy efficiency: a grid resource, customer trust tool and economic engine - Utility Dive

VPP Convergence Project aims to educate states on virtual power plants - Utility Dive

In Austin, this 100% geothermal neighborhood is designed to shrink utility bills - Fast Company

Can VPPs unlock grid capacity for data centers? - Latitude Media

In 2023, Texas consumed more energy than any other state. What’s driving the numbers? - Texas Standard

States get a blueprint to speed up heat-pump adoption - Canary Media