Vert Energy Group

    You may know LL84 exists—but do you know exactly what your building has to prove? For commercial property owners and managers in NYC, Local Law 84 (LL84) is more than just another city regulation—it’s a direct call to action. This benchmarking law requires that buildings over 25,000 square feet submit detailed reports on their energy and water use every year. But simply filing isn’t enough. Understanding what standards your building must meet, and how compliance is measured, is the difference between staying ahead or falling behind on sustainable building practices.  At its core, LL84 is about transparency and accountability. It uses tools like the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager to track building energy consumption and help NYC move toward a more energy-efficient future. For owners and managers, this means aligning operations with both the NYC building code and sustainability goals. The law doesn’t just demand data—it expects that data to show meaningful, measurable ...

  As a commercial property owner, are you leveraging the full potential of green building codes to enhance your asset's value and efficiency? In today's rapidly evolving landscape, understanding the interplay between local policies and building energy efficiency isn't just about compliance—it's a strategic advantage that can significantly impact your bottom line. With energy costs on the rise and environmental regulations tightening, it's crucial to stay informed about the ways in which local policies shape your property management practices.  Local policies, often overlooked, serve as the backbone for promoting energy efficiency and sustainability in the commercial real estate sector. These regulations are designed not only to reduce environmental impact but also to encourage property owners and managers to adopt smarter, more sustainable practices that align with global climate change mitigation efforts. Whether it's retrofitting older buildings with energy-e...