STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS TAILORED to your project
Do you own or manage a building in Los Angeles that is 20,000 square feet or larger? Are you unsure whether you need to comply with the city’s Existing Buildings Energy & Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Ordinance? Properties that meet the square footage threshold must benchmark energy and water use annually and, every five years, complete an energy audit or retro-commissioning (RCx) study to identify efficiency improvements. However, some buildings may qualify for exemptions.
The Existing Buildings Energy & Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Ordinance No. 184674, established under Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Division 97, Article 1, requires certain buildings to track and report energy and water use, as well as undergo periodic performance evaluations. The goal of the ordinance is to reduce energy and water consumption in existing buildings, aligning with California’s broader sustainability and climate action initiatives.
Missing these requirements can lead to costly penalties, but compliance doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive.
Our expert team helps you determine if your building is required to comply, explore exemption options, and develop cost-effective strategies to not only meet EBEWE requirements but also improve energy efficiency and lower operational costs.
free compliance & EXEMPTION consultation
We can help you determine whether your building qualifies for exemptions or alternative compliance pathways at no cost.
Benchmarking & Reporting
We conduct detailed energy and water benchmarking using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, to meet city reporting requirements for your building(s).
AUDIT & RETRO/CX
Our services include conducting ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits and performing Retro-Commissioning (Retro-Cx) services to assess building performance, energy waste, and improvement opportunities. Our service optimizes existing building systems and identify operational inefficiencies.
We recommend Energy & Water Efficiency Upgrades (ECMs) tailored to your project from no-cost and low-cost operational adjustments to enhance efficiency without capital investments to strategic capital improvements where needed.
ongoing compliance & future planning
Tracking deadlines, regulatory changes, and compliance updates, ensuring you stay ahead of future requirements.
Offering multi-year compliance planning for building owners with portfolios of properties or those seeking long-term support.
Supporting ongoing performance monitoring and efficiency optimizations, available as needed.
WHY CHOOSE US?
Maximize Savings & Reduce Utility Costs – Our approach ensures you meet compliance while identifying cost-saving energy and water efficiency measures. Expert Guidance on Exemptions – We help you determine if your property qualifies for exemptions or alternative compliance pathways, saving you time and money. Long-Term Efficiency & Sustainability – Beyond compliance, we help optimize building performance, reducing long-term operational expenses. Trusted, Licensed Professionals – Our team includes registered Professional Engineers and Certified Commissioning Providers, ensuring top-tier expertise in every aspect of compliance and efficiency.