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Rich Freeh, Program AssociateMayor’s Office of Sustainability
City of Philadelphia
ENERGY BENCHMARKING AND DISCLOSURE
October 1, 2013Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance 2013
Conference
No information = No actionCities are looking at what drives demand and competition in other industries
How can markets work more effectively?How can demand increase without public subsidies?How can policy help reduce energy costs for businesses and consumers and create jobs?
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Over 600 facilities with a diverse set of needs:
Top 10 energy users make up 44% of General Fund’s energy cost.
Top 50 energy users make up 77% of General Fund’s energy cost.
City of Philadelphia Benchmarking Website
www.phila.gov/benchmarking
Key Dates for Energy Benchmarking and Disclosure
October 31st, 2013: First Year Reporting Deadline
December 2013: First Citywide Buildings Report Release
June 30th, 2014: Second Year Reporting Deadline
Fall 2014: Second Citywide Building Report, Public Disclosure
Philadelphia Compliance as of 9/25/13
Philadelphia Compliance as of 9/25/13
Key Issues in Benchmarking Compliance
Technical• Portfolio Manager update• Interface between system and “Custom Reporting” function• Automated utility transfer systems
Outreach• Size and scope of Philadelphia building stock• Existing City building ownership data• Range of technical knowledge among building owners/operators
Rich Freeh, Program AssociateMayor’s Office of Sustainability
City of Philadelphia
ENERGY BENCHMARKING AND DISCLOSURE
October 1, 2013Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance 2013
Conference