B2.1 Commercial energy benchmarking and disclosure *
Require energy performance ratings for commercial structures be disclosed so that owners, tenants and prospective buyers are informed before making purchasing or rental decisions.
B2.2 Commercial energy audits
Develop and adopt policies that require commercial properties to undertake an energy audit at the time of sale or during a substantial remodel.
B2.3 LED lighting *
Install LED lighting in public-sector buildings and infrastructure (e.g., street lights, traffic signals).
B2.4 Commercial lights-out
Promote “lights-out” policy that encourages businesses to turn off their signs and other lights at night when they are closed.
B2.5 Commercial utility outreach
Expand utility outreach to and education of commercial power customers about the benefits of clean and efficient energy technologies and practices.
B2.6 Cool roofs *
Create an incentive program for the installation of reflective roofs on commercial buildings to reduce building energy consumption and the urban heat island effect.
B2.7 Commercial utility rebates
Offer additional utility rebates or bill credits to induce businesses to buy and install energy-efficient appliances and other equipment.
B2.8 Performance Standard *
Set energy efficiency performance standards for commercial buildings with gross floor areas smaller than 50,000 sq. ft.
B2.9 Municipal building retrofits
Continue to identify and implement priority energy efficiency improvements in municipal buildings.
B2.10 Energy project grants
Secure grant funding for high-profile, innovative energy efficiency and/or technology projects on commercial buildings in the county.
B2._ Building tuneups
Recommissioning a building tests and adjusts it energy systems to meet the original design intent and/or optimize them to satisfy current operational needs.
B2._ Promote green leases
Green leases, also known as “high-performance” or “energy-aligned” leases, equitably align the costs and benefits of energy and water efficiency investments for both parties.
B2.__ Collaborate with local businesses