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Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) in California
Net Energy Metering 3.0 (NEM 3.0) in California: Impact on Solar Projects
The introduction of NEM 3.0 has adversely affected the financial returns of new renewable generation projects, leading to a significant decline in new PV installations across California. Amid these challenges, the accurate sizing of solar PV systems has become even more essential. Oversizing and excess generation are no longer rewarded as generously as in the past, meaning that over-generation during off-peak hours can directly diminish the project's return on investment (ROI).
California Assembly Bill 802 (AB 802)
Assembly Bill 802 (AB-802) established the California Building Energy Benchmarking Program. This ordinance mandates annual energy benchmarking for commercial and multifamily buildings larger than 50,000 sq ft. THE DEADLINE IS JUNE 1 EVERY YEAR.
San Jose Beyond Benchmarking - Extension Request Deadline
Buildings over 50,000 sq ft with an Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) ending in either 0 or 1 must have Beyond Benchmarking requirements planned or fulfilled by May 1, 2023. The City of San Jose offers extensions of up to 180 days if you need additional time to fulfill requirements. Extension requests must be submitted by May 1st annually.
San Jose Beyond Benchmarking - Requirements and Deadlines
A new set of compliance requirements for commercial and multifamily properties take effect in San Jose in 2023. The program is called Beyond Benchmarking and requires compliance with energy and water consumption standards. Buildings that do not meet performance standards the owner can perform an energy audit, retro-commissioning (RCx), or targeted efficiency upgrades to improve performance.
Buildings over 50,000 sq ft with an APN ending in either 0 or 1 must have Beyond Benchmarking requirements planned or fulfilled by May 1, 2023.
Los Angeles EBEWE - Energy and Water A/RCx Exemption
Los Angeles Existing Building Energy and Water Efficiency (EBEWE) ordinance requires the performance of audit and/or retro-commissioning (RCx) for subject properties on a 5-year basis.
There are provisions to receive exemptions from EBEWE A/RCx compliance requirements. All exemptions must be certified by, or performed under the supervision of, a licensed professional engineer in California.
San Jose Energy and Water Building Performance Ordinance (EW BPO)
The Energy and Water Building Performance Ordinance (EWBPO) is a policy implemented by the City of San Jose to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability. The ordinance requires non-residential buildings over 20,000 square feet and multifamily buildings with five or more units to disclose their energy and water usage and to conduct energy and water audits at specific intervals.
Free Energy Benchmarking Service for Non-Profit Organizations
As a business, we believe in the importance of supporting our community and giving back whenever possible. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our commitment to offering free energy benchmarking services to a limited number of non-profit organizations including K-12 schools, museums, and hospitals.
Los Angeles Existing Buildings Energy and Water Efficiency Program (LA EBEWE)
The Existing Buildings Energy & Water Efficiency Program (EBEWE) in the City of Los Angeles consists of two parts: 1) Benchmarking and 2) Audits and Retro-Commissioning (A/RCx). It requires building owners to submit an annual energy and water usage report and submit an energy audit and retro-commissioning report, performed by a qualified professional, every 5 years.