Every building is different and there are many approaches that can successfully increase energy efficiency and improve overall building performance. The resources in this section allow all commercial real estate practitioners to find tools they need to advance their work.
Mary Thomas Named Director of the Building Innovation Hub
Contact Alexandra Laney, Institute for Market Transformation, 505-391-5602; alexandra.laney@imt.org Press release Today, September 29, 2025, the Institute for Market Transformation…
Reflections On the Green Table Talks Series
Yolanda Bonner Associate Director of Building Performance Building Innovation Hub Over the past several months, we hosted the Green…
Why Now Is the Best Time for Building Efficiency
Mary Thomas Associate Director, Building Innovation Hub Amidst change, there is always opportunity, and right now is the best…
DC Energy Benchmarking Trends Part III: Zooming in on Low Performing Buildings and BEPS Compliance
With adoption of the Clean Energy Omnibus Act of 2018, DC became the first jurisdiction to require building owners meet…
DC Benchmarking Trends
2025 trends for DC benchmarking regulations
A worship facility retrofit that prioritizes the congregation
When the congregation’s roof showed signs of needing repair, Walker Memorial Baptist Church started a process that turned into a
Worship Facility BEPS Toolkit
The Worship Facility BEPS Toolkit is a step-by-step guide to help faith-based buildings in Washington, DC meet energy performance standards
DC Building Performance Regulations: No Delays
This summer has been a rollercoaster for the DC budget, but we have some clarity on the BEPS deadlines. The…
Welcome to The Green Table Talk
My name is Yolanda Bonner and I’m the Hub’s Associate Director of Building Performance. Since I got here, my goal…
DC BEPS Explainer: What is Site EUI Adjusted to Current Year?
Created in partnership with Introduction With the evaluation year of the DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) cycle starting January…
GHT: Designing for the Future of Education
Fully electrified, designed to achieve ILFI Zero Carbon certification, LEED Platinum (pending), Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS), 33 kW PV
DC Benchmarking Trends Part II: Meeting BEPS Thresholds Year-over-Year
Created in partnership with Where buildings stand with respect to the DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) is based on…
