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Explore a clear, comprehensive overview of local energy regulations, building standards, and available rebates and incentives across Seattle, Washington and the New York/New Jersey region.
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- Seattle, Washington
- New York/New Jersey
Seattle's Building Emissions Performance (BEPS) Standard
Buildings are responsible for 40% of Seattle's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, leading the City to adopt the Building Emissions Performance Standard (BEPS) law, which requires most buildings larger than 20,000 square feet to reach net zero emissions between 2041 and 2050.
Helpful Links: BEPS Website | Energy Benchmarking | FAQs
State of Washington Department of Ecology
Washington State Climate Resilience Strategy
Washington state has developed eight climate resilience strategies that can be implemented to better prepare communities, infrastructure, and natural and working lands across the state for climate change impacts. Website
Washington State Climate Commitment Act
The Climate Commitment Act (CCA) caps and reduces greenhouse gas emissions from Washington’s largest emitting sources and industries, allowing businesses to find the most efficient path to lower carbon emissions. Website
Seattle Incentives & Credits for Decarbonization
The City of Seattle is committed to supporting building owners and tenants in reducing energy & emissions and transitioning to net-zero emissions over the next twenty years. Website
Federal Sustainability Requirements
The Federal Sustainability Plan outlines an ambitious path to achieve net-zero emissions across Federal operations by 2050. Website
LL97: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
1In NYC, over 2/3 of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come from buildings. Local Law 97 of 2019 (LL97) is one of the most ambitious plans for reducing emissions in the nation. Under this law, most buildings over 25,000 SF are required to meet new GHG emissions limits beginning in 2024, with stricter limits coming into effect in 2030. Website
LL33: Building Energy Efficiency Ratings
Local Law 33 requires owners of buildings over 25,000 square feet to obtain Building Energy Efficiency Rating labels on an annual basis to display near public-facing entrances. These labels include a 1-100 ENERGY STAR® score and a corresponding A-D letter grade. Ratings are obtained through the Department of Buildings. Website
Building Energy Snapshot
Enter a building's address to learn about its energy use, confirm it's on track to comply with NYC's building emissions law (Local Law 97), and view projected penalty amounts and savings opportunities. Website
NYC Accelerator
NYC Accelerator provides free resources, training, and one-on-one expert guidance to help building owners and industry professionals improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions from buildings in NYC. Website
Energy Efficiency Interactive Tool
In 2019, New York City passed the Climate Mobilization Act (CMA), which established greenhouse gas emission standards for residential and commercial properties. This interactive tool details the current state of energy efficiency in New York City’s buildings, revealing the distance that remains to the goal of a more sustainable city. Website
Federal Sustainability Requirements
The Federal Sustainability Plan outlines an ambitious path to achieve net-zero emissions across Federal operations by 2050. Website