CLEAN BUILDING PERFORMANCE COMPLIANCE AND ENERGY AUDITS
We are your local experts on the Washington State Clean Building Performance Standard (RCW 194-50). Providing expert assistance with compliance, energy benchmarking, and energy audits.
Washington State has accepted legislature that requires existing buildings over 50,000 square feet to comply with new energy targets. The purpose in adopting this requirement is to encourage energy efficiency and performance for existing buildings in Washington. Energy System Engineers is here to help navigate these waters and provide solutions that consider economics, practicality, maintenance, and efficiency. Each building is unique and requires unique solutions. Contact Us for more information and services.
Early Adopter Incentive Program
Washington State offers an early adopters incentive program for up to $.85 per sqft of building area (excluding parking). Energy System Engineers is happy to help claim this money for building owners.
Qualifications:
The building must be a Tier 1 or multifamily building over 50,000 sq. ft.
The building must be served by at least one electric utility, gas company or thermal energy company providing or delivering energy services.
This is a state incentive and can be administered in addition to utility conservation incentives.
Utilities who do not pay public utility taxes are not eligible to participate in the Early Adopter Incentive program.
The building must be 15 energy use intensity (EUI) or more above the target
The building must be brought into full compliance with the Clean Buildings Standard, and meet its energy use intensity target (EUIt).
Compliance Deadlines and Violation Enforcement
220,001 SQFT and Larger - June 1 2026
90,001-220,000 SQFT - June 1 2027
50,000-90,000 SQFT - June 1 2028
Click here for an estimator on Washington State Administered Penalties.
Paths to Compliance
More Information
Washington State Department of Commerce Clean Building Act Introduction