Establishes "Zero Energy Construction Act"; requires all new residential and commercial developments to be zero energy ready; requires developers to offer zero energy construction.

S 2302, the "Zero Energy Construction Act," requires all new residential and commercial buildings in New Jersey to be constructed as "zero energy ready" starting January 1, 2025, directly affecting developers and prospective building owners. Developers must offer zero energy construction during sales negotiations, disclose associated costs, and inform buyers about environmental benefits, energy savings, and available incentives through a state website. The bill mandates that construction permits cannot be issued for new buildings unless they meet the zero energy ready standard, and requires the state to update building codes and provide online resources for buyers. It aims to reduce energy consumption and long-term costs by making new buildings capable of achieving net-zero energy use with renewable systems.