CAEA stands for Clean and Affordable Energy Act of 2008, a Washington DC municipal code law aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and water conservation in buildings over 20,000 square feet. This program encourages building owners to benchmark energy and water use annually and conduct comprehensive energy audits every five years.

To comply with CAEA, building owners must:

• Benchmark energy and water usage annually using the Energy Star Portfolio Manager.
• Conduct a thorough energy audit every five years to identify potential improvements in energy efficiency. Get personalized guidance on meeting these requirements by scheduling a consultation with our experts.

Benchmarking reports must be submitted annually by April 1. Use the Energy Star Portfolio Manager to generate your report and submit it to the Washington DC Clean and Affordable Energy Act of 2008 (CAEA). For assistance with report submission, contact us for a complimentary review.

Non-compliance may result in fines and penalties. It’s essential to submit reports on time to avoid these consequences.

Exemptions may apply under specific circumstances, such as if a building did not have a Certificate of Occupancy for the entire calendar year. To learn more about potential exemptions, contact us for a personalized consultation.

You need to report:

• Indoor and outdoor water usage
• Electrical usage
• Natural gas usage (if applicable)
• Energy generated by solar panels (if applicable). For assistance with utility data collection, schedule a review with our experts.

Yes, you can request an extension from CAEA if needed. Contact them directly to discuss your situation. If you need help navigating the extension process, reach out to our team for support.

Participating in CAEA helps you:

• Reduce energy costs through efficient practices.
• Improve building performance by identifying areas for improvement.
• Contribute to environmental sustainability in Washington DC.

• Notices to Comply from CAEA
• CAEA’ Building Information Online (BIO) system. For help with locating your Building ID, contact our support team.

A $61 per building annual registration fee, charged by CAEA, is necessary to submit the benchmark.

• Utility data for the entire calendar year (all utility meters & for all tenants)
• Building Details
• Access to Energy Star Portfolio Manager
• Your Building ID.

The following information will be publicly disclosed:

• Summary statistics on overall compliance
• Energy and water consumption data
• Building address and use type
• Energy Star score (if available)
• EUI and carbon emissions data
• Water usage data

For detailed information and FAQs, visit the official CAEA website or schedule a consultation with our experts for personalized advice.