Providence Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 5A (cold-humid). Providence's coastal Narragansett Bay location moderates temperatures but winters remain cold (9°F heating design) and summers are humid (88°F/74°F cooling design).

Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: Rhode Island State Building Code (IECC 2024) — one of the most recently adopted codes in New England. Strong heat pump requirements. ACCA Manual J required for all Providence County HVAC permit applications.

Local Electric Utility: National Grid Rhode Island

Building Department: City of Providence Department of Inspection & Standards

Local Trade Association: ACCA New England / ASHRAE New England Chapter