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The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) was launched by the __________ to set energy performance standards for new commercial buildings.

Answer & step-by-step solution
Correct answer: A. Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Quick explanation

The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) is developed/launched under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency framework to set minimum energy-performance requirements for commercial buildings and reduce building energy demand.

ECBC → commercial-building energy performance standards → BEE

Concept & Reasoning

ECBC addresses building envelope, lighting, HVAC, electrical systems and other energy-performance aspects depending on the edition. It is an energy-efficiency code, distinct from general building-development regulation or renewable-energy promotion.

How to Solve It in the Exam

Building energy efficiency code → BEE.

Important Exam Point

Distinguish ECBC from NBC: NBC is broader building safety/planning; ECBC is energy performance.

Quick Trick

Building energy efficiency code → BEE.

Common Mistake

Selecting Ministry of Housing simply because the subject is buildings.

Solution diagram – The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) was launched by the __________ to…
Exam tipDistinguish ECBC from NBC: NBC is broader building safety/planning; ECBC is energy performance.
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