Building Energy Performance Standards

The Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022 established a statewide Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) which encourages Maryland’s large commercial and multifamily buildings (35,000 square feet and larger) to reduce onsite energy use and greenhouse gas emissions over time and reach net-zero emissions by 2040.

The Maryland Clean Buildings Hub, an initiative of the Maryland Energy Administration, is committed to connecting building owners with funding and financing opportunities, technical assistance, and other resources to help make well-informed energy investments. The Hub can help buildings covered by the BEPS get started. Sign-up for the Hub's monthly newsletter here. Have questions? Contact cleanbuildingshub@maryland.gov.

Monthly Newsletter: Subscribe to the Hub's monthly newsletter The Blueprint to be informed about relevant funding and financing announcements, educational offerings, events, case studies, and more.

YouTube Channel: Visit the Hub's YouTube to access webinars covering various grant program requirements, building sector-specific conversations, building decarbonization "first movers" spotlights, and more.

Getting Started: Maryland BEPS

State BEPS Requirements Visit MDE's BEPS site to learn more about the regulations. Benchmarking Track annual energy use and compare performance over time and against simliar buildings. Energy Audits Often the first step towards undertaking building electrificatioin and decarbonization. Funding & Financing Federal, state, local, and utility programs to offset costs of building electrification and decarbonization upgrades. Efficiency & Electrification Understand how to plan for net-zero on-site emissions as well as building decarbonization terminology

Resources

BEPS Portal: Access covered building lists, unique building identifiers, and exemption forms.

MDE BEPS Office Hours: Ask questions and receive direct assistance.

BEPS YouTube Channel Playlist: Watch recordings of BEPS outreach sessions and Working Group meetings.

Montgomery County BEPS: Buildings located in Montgomery County may be subject to the County BEPS. Learn more by visiting the linked website.

The Maryland Clean Buildings Hub does not endorse any specific resources and does not provide tax or legal advice.

Consult with appropriate professionals for specific guidance.

Building Energy Performance Standards

Getting Started: Maryland BE​P​S​

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Getting Started: Maryland BEPS

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