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LARGE BUILDINGS
(25,000+ square feet)

The Energize Denver Building Performance Policy requires buildings 25,000 sq. ft. and larger to meet an energy efficiency target based on energy use intensity (EUI) — a measure of how much energy your building uses per square foot. Large buildings can reach this target through improvements to building operations or equipment.

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Large buildings must meet their energy efficiency target by the building’s assigned final target year, which for most buildings is 2032. Most buildings will also need to meet an interim target in 2028 to demonstrate progress along the way.

HOW TO COMPLY WITH LARGE BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

Click on the steps below to learn more about the large building compliance process and determine the best pathway to meet your building’s energy efficiency target.

Compliance Overview

Benchmarking: Track and Report

Energy Use

Verify Your Benchmarking Data

Conduct an

Energy Audit

(if needed)

Create a Compliance Plan

Manufacturing, Agricultural and Industrial Buildings

Buildings can apply for the manufacturing, agricultural, or industrial (MAI) designation when their energy use is primarily for production or industrial processes. MAI Buildings have a different path to compliance than other building types.

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Compliance for Residential Condominiums

Residential condominiums can take a different path to compliance than other buildings that accounts for the complexity of individual unit owners and the variable structures homeowners' associations take.

Compliance Assistance Program

Equity Priority Buildings (EPBs) 25,000 sq. ft. and above may receive additional support through the Compliance Assistance Program.​ See if you qualify for 1:1 coaching, energy audit services, benchmarking assistance, and more.

Contact Us

We want to work collaboratively with you toward energy efficiency.  

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No matter your issue – big or small – the Energize Denver Help Desk is here to answer questions, guide you through the process, and connect you with resources to make compliance more manageable and affordable.

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If you need more support, reach out and our team will work to get you the assistance you need. ​​

Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday

Phone: 844-536-4528

Email Small Buildings: energizesmallbuildings@denvergov.org

Email Large Buildings: energizedenver@denvergov.org

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