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.
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: Proposed Delays and Changes
Potential 2026 budget implications for the District’s buildings As the Mayor’s FY2026 budget is released, questions and confusion are circling…
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…
DC Benchmarking Trends Part I: How are Buildings Faring with Respect to BEPS?
Created in partnership with Navigate by section: Introduction How many office buildings meet the BEPS threshold today? How many multifamily…
What’s Happening with Meeting the BEPS Threshold Year-over-Year?
The annual DC benchmarking data for 2023 was third-party verified, improving the accuracy of the data. All of DC’s historically-disclosed…
2023 DC Energy Benchmarking Trends: How are Buildings Faring with Respect to BEPS?
The DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) compliance cycle ends on December 31, 2026, with building performance improvements needed by
2024 Needs Assessment Summary
The Building Innovation Hub is dedicated to transforming the DC region’s buildings and economy to better support our residents and…
2024 DC BEPS Legislative Changes You Need to Know
Update: The BEPS Amendment Act is now official law, effective March 21, 2025. On December 17, 2024, the DC Council…
