The City of Evanston is committed to building a more sustainable and resilient future. As part of this commitment, Evanston has enacted an Energy and Water Benchmarking Ordinance, requiring owners of large buildings to measure and report their energy and water use annually. This data-driven approach empowers building owners to better understand their building performance, reduce utility costs, and support citywide climate action goals.
Energy Benchmarking is the process of measuring a building’s energy use over time and comparing it to similar buildings using tools like ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager. By tracking this data annually, building owners can:
- Identify opportunities for efficiency upgrades
- Lower operating costs
- Improve asset value
- Support Evanston’s Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP)
Is Your Building Required to Benchmark?
If you own or manage a public city building that is at least 10,000 square feet, or any commercial or multifamily building of at least 20,000 square feet, you are required to comply with Evanston’s energy ordinance.
2025 Benchmarking Deadline & Penalties
The City of Evanston’s energy benchmarking report is due June 30. If your building meets the size threshold, non-compliance can result in fines:
- $100–$200 per day for late or missing reports
- Enforcement actions that may impact permitting or property reputation
How Baumann Consulting Supports You
Baumann is a trusted leader in energy benchmarking and decarbonization strategies for existing buildings. Our expertise can help you not only meet Evanston’s reporting requirements but also turn benchmarking into a powerful tool for operational improvement.
Baumann’s benchmarking & compliance services includes:
- Complete Portfolio Manager setup and annual reporting
- Data verification and quality assurance
- Compliance support tailored to Evanston’s ordinance
Why Work with Baumann Consulting?
With offices in Chicago and Washington D.C., Baumann has worked with commercial, institutional, and multifamily clients nationwide to elevate their building performance. Our team brings a multidisciplinary approach to performance benchmarking that goes beyond compliance:
- Local and national expertise in building performance
- Proven success with commercial, institutional, and multifamily portfolios
- Transparent, data-driven insights that inform long-term value and resilience
Get Started Today!
Ready to benchmark your building or need expert support with compliance? Request Your Energy Benchmarking Quote Today!
