### Question
What is the definition of zero-net-energy commercial building?


### Answer
The definition of **zero-net-energy commercial building** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 17061*:

> a commercial building that is designed, constructed, and operated to—


(A) require a greatly reduced quantity of energy to operate

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17061*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER III-ENERGY SAVINGS IN BUILDINGS AND INDUSTRY**

