2015年版的变化2015年版包含了更好地使NGB与I代码保持一致的变化，扩展了创新实践的应用，并建立在NGB多年的建设和认证基础上。一些更值得注意的更新包括:对能源效率章节进行了实质性修订，该章节现在有更严格的评级水平，基于全屋节能，高于2015年《国际节能规范》。新的用水量衡量标准侧重于器具和固定装置的性能，而不是第三方用水效率标签。强制为所有建筑物安装一氧化碳报警器，无论认证级别或当地规范如何。改进雨水管理选项，鼓励低影响开发实践。更多地强调和认可多式联运方案，包括自行车停车、行人连接、临近公交和电力- 车辆充电。资源效率一章中关于特定产品和行业产品环保产品申报创新实践的新参考文献。这个最新版本包括所有需要的设计，建造或改造任何住宅项目，以最新的可持续发展和绿色建筑标准-所有在一个屋顶下！ASHRAE还与NAHB达成协议，在www.BuilderBooks上免费提供电子书版。com/NGBSCitation:非ASHRAE图书

Changes for the 2015 EditionThe 2015 edition incorporates changes that better align the NGBS with the I-codes, expands the application of innovative practices and builds upon years of building and certifying to NGBS. Some of the more notable updates include:Substantial revisions to the Energy Efficiency chapter, which now has more stringent rating levels based upon whole-house energy savings that are above the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code.New criteria for measuring water usage that focus on appliance and fixture performance instead of third-party water efficiency labels.Mandatory installation of carbon monoxide alarms for all buildings, regardless of level of certification or local code.Revamped stormwater management options that encourage low-impact development practices.Greater emphasis on and recognition of multi-modal transportation options including bicycle parking, pedestrian connectivity, proximity to transit and electric-vehicle charging.New references in the Resource Efficiency chapter on innovative practices for environmental product declarations for both specific and industry-wide products.This latest edition includes everything needed to design, construct or remodel any residential project to the most current sustainable and green building criteria available - all under one roof!ASHRAE has also made arrangements with NAHB to make a complimentary eBook edition available at www.BuilderBooks.com/NGBSCitation: Non-ASHRAE Book