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NYC Energy Benchmarking & Compliance

Local Law 84, 87, and 97 compliance services for buildings over 25,000 square feet. Benchmarking, audits, retro-commissioning, and emissions tracking.

NYC Energy Compliance Requirements

New York City has some of the most aggressive building energy and emissions regulations in the country. Buildings over 25,000 square feet must comply with multiple Local Laws that require benchmarking, auditing, and now—emissions reductions.

Insparisk helps building owners navigate these requirements with comprehensive compliance services, from annual benchmarking submissions to energy audits and emissions planning.

Energy Benchmarking

Local Law 84

Annual energy and water benchmarking for buildings over 25,000 sq ft. Data must be submitted via EPA Portfolio Manager and reported to the city.

Deadline: May 1 annually

Energy Audits & RCx

Local Law 87

Energy audits and retro-commissioning required every 10 years. Identifies efficiency opportunities and verifies systems operate as intended.

Deadline: Based on block number

Emissions Limits

Local Law 97

Building emissions caps taking effect now, with stricter limits in 2030. Non-compliance results in significant annual fines.

Compliance: 2024 & 2030

Local Law 97: NYC's Climate Mobilization Act

Local Law 97 sets carbon emissions caps for buildings over 25,000 square feet. The first compliance period began in 2024, with stricter limits taking effect in 2030. Buildings that exceed their emissions limits face annual fines that can quickly add up.

Penalty: $268 per metric ton of CO2 over the limit, per year

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Who Must Comply?

NYC energy benchmarking laws apply to:

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Don't wait for fines. Let us assess your building's emissions and create a compliance roadmap.

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