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Funding & Financing
Search our database and identify the financial resources you need for your project in DC.
There are numerous incentives to fund and finance your energy efficiency projects. This database provides an overview of the major programs so you can make your project a reality.
Building Commissioning Guidelines
This guide offers an overview of commissioning, project team roles, and how to comply with District requirements.
DC Building Energy Performance Standards
An overview of the District of Columbia's Building Energy Performance Standards designed for commercial building owners and property managers
Building Envelope Commissioning
Get the basics on building envelope commissioning in DC.
DC Building Code Updates for Architects
An architect's guide to DC energy performance building codes
DC Code Updates for Engineers
An engineer's guide to DC energy performance building codes
DC Building Code Updates for Owners
Learn about DC code changes/updates and their effects on potential owner responsibilities and decisionmaking.
Understanding Energy Benchmarking
Learn how to check building ENERGY STAR scores for DC and what the key terms mean.
Where DC’s Building Code Meets BEPS
Learn how DC's Building Energy Performance Standards for existing buildings overlaps with DC Energy Conservation Code for new buildings.
BEPS Targets for New Construction
Guidance on designing buildings that will adhere tighter energy efficiency and performance standards under DC's Building Energy Performance Standards.
Step 1. Benchmark Your Building
Find a vendor to benchmark your building and quantify energy and water use
