Staying Compliant with the Clean Building Performance Standard You’re Compliant, Now Stay That Way
You’ve done the work, now ensure you remain in compliance. The Washington State Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) sets energy use intensity (EUI) targets for buildings to meet while also ensuring an energy management plan (EMP) and operations and maintenance (O&M) program are in place. CBPS compliance is not a one-time event, it is an ongoing process. With the CBPS, building operators and owners must re-certify every five years.
Key Steps to Take to Stay on Track 1. Monitor Your Energy Performance • • •
Regularly review your building In ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager. The CBPS requires ongoing energy monitoring and benchmarking using Portfolio Manager Confirm that your building’s EUI stays at or below target Track trends and investigate unexpected increases
2. Update Your Energy Management Plan Annually • •
Keep your EMP current. It is a living document that must be maintained over time At minimum update: • Annual energy use and EUI • Occupancy and operating hours • Building use or type change • Implemented or planned energy efficiency projects
3. Maintain Your Operations & Maintenance Program • • •
Keep documentation current as systems change Update for: • New or replaced equipment • Changes in building operation Continue documenting: • Preventative maintenance activities • Inspection schedule and results
4. Track Building Changes That Impact Energy Use • • • • •
Keep a record of any changes that could affect performance Equipment upgrades or replacements Tenant improvement or space-use changes Schedule or occupancy changes. Control system or operational adjustments