The Washington Clean Buildings Act (HB 1257) was signed into law in May 2019. This law establishes performance-based energy targets and reporting requirements for building owners of large commercial buildings.  The intent of this law is to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions for existing and new buildings over 50,000 square feet.

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The Washington Department of Commerce will develop energy-use intensity (EUI) performance standards by November 2020. The law will offer a voluntary incentive program starting in 2021.  Beginning in 2026 the standard will be implemented as a mandatory requirement.

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More details on the Clean Buildings Act, rule making process, key dates, and helpful resources, are available from the Department of Commerce, where you can also sign up for email updates.

 

Inland Power offers energy conservation incentives and rebates which can be combined with State incentives from this law. For more information about Inland Power efficiency programs, continue on this page for available incentives and rebates or email conservation@inlandpower.com.