Learn why utility costs are outpacing inflation and how building owners can protect NOI and reduce expenses through audits, efficiency upgrades, and strategic compliance.

Cities across California are shifting from simple reporting requirements to performance-based energy codes, and the change is reshaping how building owners must think about compliance. Submitting a benchmarking report is no longer enough. Regulators now look at how well a building actually performs, how efficiently it operates, and whether owners are making measurable improvements over time. This blog explains why efficiency scores now matter more than paperwork, how performance-based standards are influencing property value, and what owners can do today to prepare for stricter city mandates.

As California’s building performance standards evolve, transparency in energy data is reshaping how owners, investors, and tenants value real estate. With new benchmarking and disclosure rules across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Berkeley, energy performance is no longer just a compliance metric—it’s a business signal. This article explores how data-driven insights are influencing property investment decisions and how proactive owners can leverage compliance efforts into strategic advantages.

Learn how EBEWE, BPO, and other California energy laws affect building owners as 2025 comes to a close. Find out how early action can cut costs, avoid fines, and boost value.

Discover how energy benchmarking turns compliance into strategy. Learn how EBEWE, San Francisco, San Jose, and Berkeley programs drive smarter investments.

Learn how to qualify for a Base Building Exemption under LA’s EBEWE program. Save money, avoid unnecessary audits, and streamline energy compliance.

Discover how energy compliance programs like EBEWE and BESO align with ESG goals, boosting NOI, tenant demand, and investor confidence.