Big policy shifts are on the horizon — and if your community association is considering solar, managing energy compliance, or using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager for benchmarking, now is the time to pay attention. Congress and DC Council are reviewing proposals that...
Montgomery County, Maryland, has implemented Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of its broader climate action goals. A key component is establishing a baseline energy performance, which...
For buildings benchmarked under the District of Columbia’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS), understanding the difference between Site EUI and Adjusted Site EUI in Energy Star Portfolio Manager (ESPM) is critical. Many property owners following the...
Are you struggling to implement the necessary energy conservation measures by December 31st, 2025 to comply with DC BEPS Cycle 1? The Extended Deep Energy Retrofit (EDER) pathway offers a golden opportunity for building owners to extend your deadline. This flexible,...
The District of Columbia enforces some of the nation’s most stringent benchmarking rules. Starting in 2026, these requirements will extend to nearly every building with a gross floor area of 10,000 square feet or more. Please note this was originally planned to start...
Following in the footsteps of Washington, D.C. and many other Jurisdictions, Montgomery County and the State of Maryland are implementing Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) aimed at reducing energy use and carbon emissions in buildings. Here, we will examine...
