Numerous cities and states nationwide have adopted annual benchmarking requirements and Building Performance Standards (BPS). These ever-changing regulations require a proactive, structured approach to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Let Burton Energy Group manage your energy benchmark compliance and BPS requirements.
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Building Performance Standards
Building Performance Standards (BPS) are more stringent than other mandates, such as energy audits and benchmarking, because they require usage and carbon reductions. Buildings must reduce energy usage to new target levels or meet new carbon reduction thresholds over time with an end goal of net-zero emissions. Examples include NYC Local Law 97, Washington D.C., and states like WA, CO, OR, and MD.
City and State Energy Compliance Mandates
Burton tracks all city- and state-mandated benchmarking requirements so you don’t have to. Our engineers will coordinate with your energy team to identify, track, audit, and file the required documentation to ensure your portfolio meets all national ordinances.
ENERGY STAR® Certification
Approximately 25% of commercial building spaces are actively benchmarking via ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager, making it the industry-leading benchmarking tool. With over 1,400 sites benchmarked and a thousand buildings certified in ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager, Burton can bring your facility up to ENERGY STAR® standards, potentially saving you thousands in utility costs.
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What is energy compliance?
City-mandated energy compliance refers to government regulations that require building owners to meet specific energy efficiency standards and reporting requirements. This may involve energy benchmarking, energy audits, retro-commissioning, or implementing measures to meet performance targets. Burton can help with energy benchmarking ordinances and compliance so you can perform business without incurring potential penalties.
What is energy benchmarking?
Energy benchmarking involves measuring and comparing your facility’s energy consumption, typically kBTU per square foot, to industry standards. This energy intensity is then further normalized for occupancy, climate zone, and other factors to make the data more meaningful.
Why are energy compliance and benchmarking important?
Energy benchmarking and compliance are important because they help businesses identify improvement opportunities as well as maintain compliance with local benchmarking requirements and Building Performance Standards. When you hire Burton, we’ll ensure portfolio compliance with all state and local requirements, eliminating any historical fines and identifying efficiency measures to reduce consumption and expenses.
Is energy benchmarking mandatory?
In some places, energy benchmarking is mandatory. Government leaders in major cities across the country have passed laws that require commercial facilities to record and audit their energy usage annually. Failure to comply with energy assessment requirements can result in large fines.
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If you’re ready for energy compliance and benchmarking services, give Burton a call. We’d be happy to consider your needs and develop a proactive compliance plan for your building or portfolio.
