California building owners must benchmark their energy use annually under AB 802 or face escalating fines. We've helped California commercial building owners navigate energy benchmarking and compliance since 2006.
California's AB 802 requires owners of commercial and multifamily buildings over 50,000 sq ft to benchmark their energy use annually in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and report that data to the California Energy Commission. In addition to the statewide law, cities have enacted their own ordinances with their own deadlines and fine structures.
| Area | Deadline | Requirements | Fines & Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | June 1st | 50,000+ sq ft for commercial and multifamily buildings | Fines up to $2,000 per violation, per day.🔗 energy.ca.gov |
| San Francisco | May 1st | 10,000+ sq ft for commercial and industrial buildings and 50,000+ sq ft for multifamily buildings | Fines up to $2,500 per year.🔗 sfenvironment.org |
| Berkeley | June 1st | 15,000+ sq ft for municipal, commercial, residential, and multifamily buildings | Fines up to $1,000 per violation.🔗 berkeleyca.gov |
| Brisbane | May 15th | 2,000+ sq ft for public buildings and 100,000+ sq ft for commercial, multifamily, and industrial buildings | Fines up to $500 per month.🔗 brisbaneca.gov |
| Chula Vista | May 20th | All public city buildings and 20,000+ sq ft commercial, industrial, and multifamily properties | Fines up to $2,250 per incident.🔗 chulavistaca.gov |
| Los Angeles | June 1st | 7,500+ sq ft for public city buildings and 20,000+ sq ft for all other buildings | Compounding fines and public disclosure of non-compliance.🔗 ladwp.com |
| San Diego | June 1st | Public or commercial properties 50,000+ sq ft and mixed-use properties 50,000+ sq ft with 17 or more residential accounts | Fines up to $1,000.🔗 sandiego.gov |
| San Jose | May 1st | 20,000+ sq ft for municipal, commercial, residential, and multifamily buildings | Fines up to $5,000 per year.🔗 sanjoseca.gov |
We've been helping California commercial building owners navigate AB 802 and local benchmarking ordinances since 2006. Here's what that means for you.
From pulling utility data to submitting your benchmarking report, we run the whole process so you can focus on running your building.
We give you a clear scope and flat-fee pricing upfront. No unexpected add-ons, no scope creep or monthly payments. Compliance doesn't have to be expensive.
We move quickly. If your deadline is approaching we'll prioritize your project and get you into compliance as soon as possible.
Everything California building owners and property managers need to know about compliance and how we make the process simple.
Building energy benchmarking is the process of tracking a building's annual energy consumption (electricity and gas) and measuring that performance against comparable properties. In California, this data is entered into the EPA's ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager platform and submitted to the California Energy Commission each year.
There are three core steps: collecting 12 months of whole-building utility data, entering that data into ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, and submitting the completed report to the California Energy Commission by the annual deadline. We manage every step from requesting utility records to filing the final submission on your behalf.
To get started, provide your building's address, gross square footage, primary use type (such as office, retail, or industrial), and a signed utility authorization so we can request your energy data directly from PG&E or your local provider. From there we handle all data collection, platform setup, and regulatory filing on your behalf.
Most buildings are fully benchmarked and submitted within two to three weeks from the time we receive your authorization. Utility data requests can occasionally add a few days, but we build that into every project schedule so deadlines are never at risk.
We offer flat-fee pricing based on building size and scope, with no surprise invoices or monthly fees. Contact us with your building address and square footage and we will provide a clear quote, typically within one business day.
California's AB 802 applies to nonresidential and multifamily buildings of 50,000 square feet or more, requiring annual energy reporting to the state. Many California cities have also enacted their own local ordinances that lower the size threshold and add additional requirements. Depending on your building's location and size, you may be subject to both state and local obligations.
Buildings that fail to report can face fines from the California Energy Commission, and many cities carry their own additional enforcement provisions. Non-compliance can also create disclosure complications when selling, leasing, or refinancing.
Tell us about your building and we'll get back to you with a clear scope, timeline, and quote.
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