Establish an Energy Properties Section in Real Estate Property Listings (RCI Action 1.5)

Establish an energy section in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) real estate listings. This measure would create a specific, defined set of energy-related criteria/ratings for properties presented in the MLS listings. The concept behind an MLS energy section is to reinforce the fact that energy is a major factor in home buying and to provide the consumer with a means for comparing energy usage between homes. Presumably, properties that are energy-efficient would be favored, and market pricing would reflect this advantage.