Welcome to our Energy & Sustainability Resources Page. With evolving local and state energy mandates, sustainability requirements, and environmental regulations, we’ve got you covered! These resources provide BOMA San Francisco members with the guidance and tools needed to ensure compliance, improve building performance, and meet sustainability goals. From energy efficiency standards and benchmarking to renewable energy initiatives and carbon reduction strategies, this hub supports members in navigating the complex regulatory landscape while advancing sustainable operations across their properties.
San Francisco Existing Building Energy Ordinance Compliance
The Ordinance applies to non-residential buildings with gross floor area of 10,000 square feet or more and residential buildings 50,000 square feet or larger. All buildings are required to benchmark energy use; for commercial buildings the ordinance also requires an energy audit or a plan to reduce carbon emissions.
San Francisco Existing Building Energy Ordinance Compliance
San Francisco's Commercial Garage Electric Vehicle Charging Ordinance (Ordinance No. 244-19) requires publicly accessible commercial parking garages and lots with more than 100 parking spaces to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at 10% of parking spaces by January 1, 2023.