Why Local Law 84 Matters: The Environmental Impact of Energy Benchmarking

Posted on 1 May, 2023 by The Cotcon Group

Local Law 84 is an energy benchmarking law that requires buildings over a certain size in New York City to track and report their energy usage. While compliance with this law is mandatory, many building owners and managers may wonder why it matters in the grand scheme of things. This blog post will explore the environmental impact of energy benchmarking and highlight the importance of Local Law 84 for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. It will cover topics such as the link between energy usage and climate change, the potential impact of energy benchmarking on reducing energy consumption, and success stories and case studies of buildings that have achieved significant energy savings through compliance with Local Law 84. Ultimately, the goal of this post is to help building owners and managers understand why Local Law 84 matters and inspire them to take action to reduce their energy usage and promote sustainability.