N.D. Cent. Code § 54-21.2-01: Intent

It is the intent of the legislative assembly that building envelopes be designed with adequate thermal resistance and low air leakage and that mechanical, electrical service, and illumination systems and equipment be designed and selected to enable the effective use of energy in new buildings and structures. It is not the intent of the legislative assembly to prevent the use of any material, method of construction, design, or insulating system approved pursuant to this chapter.