Accurate Baselines. Licensed Oversight.
ENERGY STAR® Benchmarking
Conducted by a Licensed ENERGY STAR® Professional, PE, and CEM®
Utility data structured and validated in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
Ready for compliance, certification, and portfolio reporting
Why Partner With Elliott Energy
for ENERGY STAR Benchmarking
ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager is a standardized platform. The value of benchmarking depends on how accurately data is entered, how performance is interpreted, and how the results are used. Elliott Energy approaches benchmarking with engineering oversight and long-term strategy in mind.
Licensed ENERGY STAR
professional oversight
Benchmarking engagements are overseen by a Licensed ENERGY STAR® Professional (LP), Professional Engineer (PE), and Certified Energy Manager®. This credentialed oversight provides technical credibility and documentation suitable for certification, regulatory review, and stakeholder reporting.
Verified
data integrity
Utility histories, occupancy inputs, and building characteristics are reviewed for completeness and consistency before being entered into Portfolio Manager. Anomalies, estimated readings, and reporting gaps are identified early to ensure performance metrics are accurate and defensible.
Performance interpreted
by a practicing engineer
ENERGY STAR scores and Energy Use Intensity (EUI) values are evaluated within the context of system configuration, operating schedules, and building type. Rather than treating metrics as isolated numbers, performance is assessed as part of how the facility actually operates.
Benchmarking Within a Broader Energy Strategy
Benchmarking is most valuable when it supports a defined objective. For some buildings, that objective is regulatory compliance. For others, it is portfolio performance tracking, ESG reporting, or capital planning. Elliott Energy integrates ENERGY STAR benchmarking into a structured, long-term framework:
Prepared for regulatory review
For buildings subject to regulations such as Philadelphia’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) or New York City’s Local Law 97, accurate benchmarking is a foundational step toward compliance and defensible reporting.
Visibility across assets
For owners managing multiple facilities, benchmarking creates consistent performance metrics that allow meaningful comparison between properties and identification of priority sites.
A foundation for next steps
When performance metrics reveal opportunity, benchmarking data transitions directly into ASHRAE Level I or Level II analysis. The same performance baseline supports deeper system-level evaluation and financial modeling without duplication of effort.
What Our ENERGY STAR Benchmarking Services Include
Elliott Energy provides structured benchmarking services designed to produce accurate, defensible performance data. A typical engagement may include:
Utility Data Collection and Review
Collection of 12 months (or more) of electricity, gas, and other fuel usage data. Bills are reviewed for gaps, estimated readings, or inconsistencies before entry.
Portfolio Manager Optimization
Creation or refinement of your ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager account, including property setup, meter configuration, and verification of reporting boundaries.
Building Characteristics Verification
Review of square footage, occupancy levels, operating schedules, space types, and other key inputs that influence ENERGY STAR scores and EUI.
EUI Analysis
Calculation and evaluation of site and source EUI values to understand how the building compares to similar facilities nationwide.
ENERGY STAR Score Determination
Generation and interpretation of the 1–100 ENERGY STAR score for eligible building types, including identification of factors influencing the result.
Summary and Recommendations
A structured summary outlining current performance metrics, benchmarking results, and recommended next steps where improvement opportunities are identified.
For certain projects, on-site review of major systems and operating conditions may be conducted to confirm inputs and improve data accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our ENERGY STAR Benchmarking Services
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Certain municipalities require annual benchmarking and energy disclosure. Requirements vary by location and building size. Elliott Energy can review your specific obligations.
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In many cases, yes. However, on-site verification may be recommended to ensure accurate building characteristics and system inputs.
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Typically, 12 months of utility bills and basic building details such as square footage, occupancy, and operating schedules. Elliott Energy outlines required information clearly at the outset.
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Benchmarking establishes a performance baseline. If deeper savings opportunities are desired, a structured audit can evaluate specific systems and financial return.