Building Performance Colorado

All qualifying building owners must comply annually.

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Local Law 87

What is Building Performance Colorado (BPC)?

The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) administers Building Performance Colorado (BPC), a program designed to enhance energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the building industry throughout the state.

The "Energy Performance For Buildings" Statute led to the creation of this initiative. The BPC's aim is to assist building owners in Colorado in comprehending and monitoring energy consumption in larger structures, as well as to lessen GHG emissions on a broader economic scale.

BPC FAQs

Why is BPC so Important?

Recognizing the detrimental effects of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, such as rising utility expenses, adverse health consequences, and more severe climate change impacts, highlights the significance of the Building Performance Colorado Program (BPC).

By participating in the BPC program, building owners can undertake energy upgrades to reduce emissions and lower energy expenses. Additionally, benchmarking and Building Performance Standards will aid in the growth of employment opportunities in Colorado, particularly in the energy efficiency field.

BPC Frequently Asked Questions

What is Building Performance Colorado (BPC)?

Building Performance Colorado is a statewide program administered by the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the building industry throughout Colorado.
Who has to comply with BPC?

Annually, building owners who fall under the Covered Building category are required to comply with Building Performance Colorado. This mandate applies to owners of large commercial, multifamily, and public buildings spanning over 50,000 square feet in Colorado.
What are the benefits of participating in the BPC program?

Participating in the BPC program allows building owners to understand their energy use, reduce GHG emissions, lower energy expenses, and improve the building's performance overall.
What is benchmarking, and how does it relate to the BPC program?

Benchmarking is the process of measuring a building's energy use and comparing it to similar buildings in the same area. The BPC program requires benchmarking for covered buildings over 50,000 square feet, and it is a critical component of the program.
What is the Building Performance Standard (BPS)?

The Building Performance Standard is a regulation that sets energy efficiency targets for buildings in Colorado. Covered buildings that do not meet the BPS requirements will be required to take action to improve energy efficiency.
What happens to those who fail to comply?

Starting on January 1, 2024, a building owner who fails to submit their benchmarking report and pay the annual fee may be at risk of incurring a civil penalty.