The Building Energy and Water Scoring program (Ordinance 2018-144) requires transparency of energy and water efficiency of commercial and multifamily buildings 5,000 square feet and above. Comparing the energy and water performance of one building against another in the same sector allows commercial real estate stakeholders such as building owners, operators, and tenants, to evaluate the highest-performing, lowest-operating cost option, and to monitor their performance in the market place.
Benefits:
- Improve your building’s net operating income (NOI)
- Identify and prioritize future building improvements
- Advertise your building’s performance and differentiate yourself in the marketplace
- Retain tenants and improve occupancy
Each year, owners of covered buildings are required to benchmark energy and water use, and report to the City using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.
Want to learn more? Find program details here and see an example of how benchmarking can help you track and plan efficiency improvements here.
Make informed choices. Find affordable options. Utility bills make up a large percentage of business expenses. See how local buildings compare.