Reno Benchmarking
The Energy and Water Efficiency Program, adopted in 2019, pertains to public municipal buildings greater than 10,000 SF and commercial, multi-family, and state agency buildings greater than 30,000 SF.
Covered buildings are required to report total energy and water usage annually. Additional energy and water performance goals will be in force starting in 2026.
Data reporting is due by April 1 each year and is based on the previous calendar year’s data. For example, a covered building would need to report 2024 consumption data by April 1, 2025.
Sheehan Engineering assists clients throughout the city and has an expert level understanding of the ordinance requirements. We are an approved benchmarking service provider and offer tailored and full-suite services described below.
We also provide energy assessments and consulting services, and are a Qualified Auditor, as prescribed by section 14.30.004 of the municipal code. We can lead the effort to reduce your facility’s carbon emissions and achieve compliance!
Annual Reporting
Gather energy and water data from local utilities; upload to EnergyStar Portfolio Manager; review property details, and report to the City of Reno on your behalf.
Carbon Emissions Reductions
Lead the effort to reduce your facility’s carbon emissions and achieve or exceed the prescribed emissions targets set by section 14.30.010 of the municipal code.
Specialty Compliance Services
In special cases, your property may be exempt from the ordinance reporting requirements. We can review your case and provide an engineering opinion directly to the City of Reno’s benchmarking office to achieve an exemption status on your behalf.
You may also have other special circumstances, like requirements from your lender, requiring energy performance metric reporting. Contact us to discuss your case and hear how we can help you.
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