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Navigating Title 24, Part 6, Energy Code Updates
What Businesses Need to Know About New Solar and Storage Requirements
California’s energy landscape is evolving once again with the latest updates to Title 24, Part 6, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. These new regulations will impact nonresidential buildings, with updated requirements for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) for improved energy efficiency and grid reliability.
Revel Energy is here to guide commercial property owners, developers, and facility managers through these changes, ensuring compliance while maximizing financial benefits.
Key Updates for 2026 Title 24 Compliance
1. Expanded Solar PV and Battery Storage Requirements
New nonresidential buildings will be required to integrate solar PV systems, with system sizes determined by either:
- Solar Access Roof Area (SARA) Method: Calculated based on available rooftop space, with low-slope roofs requiring 14 W/ft² and steep-slope roofs requiring 18 W/ft².
- Conditioned Floor Area (CFA) Method: Using predetermined PV capacity factors per building type and climate zone.
Additionally, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) will be mandatory for buildings with required PV installations. The BESS size is determined using a formula that considers floor area, energy demand, and system efficiency.
2. Compliance for Various Building Types
Different commercial buildings, such as offices, hotels, retail stores, schools, and warehouses, have unique PV and BESS requirements. These vary by climate zone, ensuring energy efficiency while optimizing on-site energy use.
For example, a new gymnasium in Climate Zone 6 (coastal LA and OC) with 100,000 square feet of conditioned space and a steep-sloped roof would require a minimum PV capacity of 184 kW using the CFA method. If the SARA method is used, the required PV capacity could be higher, but the final compliance value will be the lesser of the two calculations.
3. Enhanced Grid Resiliency & Decarbonization Goals
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has aligned the 2026 updates to Title 24, part 6, with the state’s carbon reduction targets, emphasizing:
- Increased on-site energy generation
- Battery storage for demand management
- Improved energy efficiency metrics using the Long-term System Cost (LSC) metric
4. Financial Benefits of Compliance
While compliance is mandatory, businesses can turn these energy upgrades into financial assets. Solar and storage solutions not only meet regulatory requirements but also provide significant cost savings through:
- Lower electricity bills by reducing peak demand charges
- Incentives & tax credits, including the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and California’s Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)
- Increased property value with sustainable infrastructure
How Revel Energy Helps Your Business Stay Ahead
Custom Solar & Storage Assessments For Your Facility
Revel Energy specializes in designing tailored solar and storage solutions based on your facility’s energy needs and compliance obligations. Our team will:
- Conduct an in-depth energy assessment
- Determine the most cost-effective PV and BESS system size
- Identify available incentives and financing options
By integrating advanced energy analytics with custom solar plus storage solutions, we help businesses not only comply with Title 24, part 6, requirements but also maximize their return on investment.
Get Ready for 2026 - Start Planning Today
California Energy Code Title 24, rule 6 compliance doesn’t have to be a burden – it can be an opportunity to reduce operational costs while future-proofing your energy strategy. Partner with Revel Energy to ensure compliance, optimize savings, and make your facility more sustainable.
Contact us today to schedule a Title 24 compliance consultation!
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