Building Energy Performance Standards
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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. -
Benchmarking: Track annual energy use and compare performance over time and against similar building types. Benchmarking identifies energy-saving opportunities and supports data-driven decision making.
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Energy Audits: A professional energy audit is the first step towards undertaking building electrification and decarbonization. Learn more about the benefits of audits by visiting the linked webpage.
Funding & Financing: Federal, state, local, and utility programs can help offset costs of building electrification and decarbonization investments.
Building Efficiency & Electrification: Understand the relationship between energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization, and craft a plan to work towards net-zero on-site emissions.
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BEPS Portal: Access covered building lists, unique building identifiers, and exemption forms.
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Montgomery County BEPS: Buildings located in Montgomery County may be subject to the County BEPS. Learn more by visiting the linked website.
