Examines current building industry practices and describes the barriers to greater use of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies in new homes and commercial buildings. Presents a range of market intervention strategies designed to address these barriers and make efficiency and renewables standard practice. Provides action steps for governments, the building industry, and the renewables and efficiency community to promote better building practices.
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