Energy Efficiency ENERGY Star Buildings
BOMA Position
Building owners and managers are encouraged to take voluntary steps to reduce energy consumption in their office buildings, where such improvements increase profitability and competitiveness.
Background
Energy issues have always been of great importance to building owners and managers. BOMA recognizes that while utility deregulation may reduce the long-term cost of electricity, only upgrades utilizing energy efficient technology can reduce the amount of energy consumed. To this end, BOMA has been actively involved in several government and private sector projects that research energy issues and emerging technologies. BOMA also actively monitors energy efficiency standards, such as ASHRAE 90.1, to preserve building owners' options in selecting the energy-related systems or components that best meet their needs.
Action Requested
BOMA members are encouraged to consider participating in the EPA Energy Star Buildings program and utilize the EPA's information, technical guidance, and planning support. These aids can be useful in researching and implementing energy efficient upgrades in ways that are profitable, utilize proven technologies, and lower capital expenditures. By doing so, building owners and managers can increase their buildings' competitiveness while conserving energy and protecting the environment.