NORTHWESTENERGY DYNAMICS

Services

Our Energy Consulting Services

We deliver practical energy solutions that help you cut costs, improve performance, and meet Clean Building Performance Standards with confidence.

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Energy Benchmarking

Uncover energy-saving opportunities and track how your building performs over time.

  • ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager setup
  • 12+ months of whole-building energy data
  • Energy use intensity (EUI) reporting
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Energy Management Plan & Operations and Maintenance Program (EMP & O&M)

Washington's Clean Buildings law requires covered buildings to have both an Energy Management Plan and an Operations & Maintenance Program. We develop them together, so they work as one practical guide for running your building efficiently.

Energy Management Plan

Sets energy goals for your building and lays out the strategies to reach them, from equipment scheduling to future upgrades.

  • Energy goals and targets
  • Strategies to reduce energy waste
  • A roadmap you can update over time

Operations & Maintenance Program

Documents your major equipment and the routine maintenance that keeps it running efficiently for the long term.

  • Inventory of major building equipment
  • Routine O&M schedule and checklists
  • Records ready for state review
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Compliance Submission

We handle the paperwork and processes needed to meet the Clean Buildings Performance Standard. For Tier 2 buildings, we submit early to position you for the state's Tier 2 Early Adopter Incentive.

  • Coverage and tier determination
  • Washington Clean Buildings Portal submission
  • Early adopter incentive application for eligible Tier 2 buildings
  • Oregon energy reporting
QA

QA / Qualified Person Review

A quality check of your documentation before it goes to the state, plus qualified energy manager support.

  • Review of benchmarking and plans
  • Qualified energy manager support
  • Fewer surprises at submission
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General Consulting

We help with a wide range of other energy and building consulting needs. Set up a free consultation to learn more and see if we can help. If we can't, we'll at least point you in the right direction.

Oregon

Building in Oregon? We cover that too.

Oregon's Building Performance Standard applies to commercial buildings over 20,000 sq ft. Tier 1 buildings (35,000+ sq ft) must meet performance requirements starting in 2028. Tier 2 buildings must report and benchmark their energy use. We help Oregon owners understand their requirements and stay ahead of each deadline.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my building is covered?

In Washington, most non-residential buildings over 20,000 sq ft and multifamily buildings over 20,000 sq ft are covered. Many owners have also received a notice from the Department of Commerce. Not sure? We'll confirm your tier during a free consultation.

What do you need from me to get started?

The building address and square footage, and at least 12 months of utility bills or account information. We'll walk you through anything else.

How much does it cost?

We keep pricing affordable and provide a clear quote after a free consultation. For many Tier 2 buildings, the Early Adopter Incentive offsets much of the cost.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Tier 2 buildings that don't submit on time can face penalties of up to $0.30 per sq ft. Tier 1 penalties can reach $5,000 plus $1.50 per sq ft.

Do you work outside of Spokane?

Yes. We're based in Spokane and work with buildings across Washington and Oregon.