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    • Beware of Third-Party Communications

    We’ve been informed that some building owners have received letters, notices or marketing materials from third parties that appear to come from or refer to the Department of Commerce or the Clean Buildings team. Unfortunately, some of the communications may be misleading or contain inaccurate information. If you ever receive a letter or a notice that seems suspicious, please contact us before taking action. We can help verify the authenticity of any correspondence. You can reach us by emailing Buildings@Commerce.wa.gov or by submitting a Customer Support Form.

    Clean buildings are essential to meeting our state energy goals. In 2019 the Clean Buildings bill was signed into law, expanded in 2022, and augmented in 2023. The objective is to lower costs and pollution from fossil fuel consumption in the state’s existing covered buildings, multifamily buildings, and campus district energy systems. The law also provides Tier 1 and Tier 2 incentives to encourage building owners to make energy efficiency improvements earlier than required. Learn more about the development and history of the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (PDF).

    Tier 1 covered buildings reporting schedule:

    • June 1, 2026 – More than 220,000 sq. ft.
    • June 1, 2027 – More than 90,000 sq. ft. but less than 220,001 sq. ft.
    • June 1, 2028 – More than 50,000 sq. ft. but less than 90,001 sq. ft.

    Tier 2 covered buildings reporting schedule:

    • July 1, 2027 – More than 20,000 sq. ft. but less than 50,001 sq. ft. and all multifamily residential buildings more than 20,000 sq. ft.

    How to submit comments

    Informational Webinar

    HB1543 Rulemaking Workshop 1: Extensions and exemptions

    HB1543 Rulemaking Workshop 2: Alternative compliance pathway

    HB1543 Rulemaking Workshop 3: Clarifying language

    HB1543 Rulemaking- Workshop 4: Comprehensive Review

    How to submit a Tier 1 compliance application

    How to submit an exemption compliance application

    CBPS Tier 1 compliance

    The Clean Buildings Performance Standard is mandatory for Tier 1 covered buildings located in the state of Washington. A Tier 1 covered building is a […]

    CBPS Tier 2 compliance

    The Clean Buildings Performance Standard is mandatory for Tier 2 covered buildings located in the state of Washington. On March 25, 2022, Governor Inslee signed […]

    CBPS Document Library

    The Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) is administered by the Clean Buildings Team at the Department of Commerce. CBPS consists of ASHRAE Standard 100-2018 and […]

    CBPS Support

    Commerce serves as the administrator of the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS). We are also here for technical assistance. The building owner is responsible for […]

    CBPS Grants and Incentives

    Commerce offers incentives and grants to building owners who are required to comply with the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS). These funds can help cover […]

    News and updates

    May 14, 2024

    CBPS to increase incentives for early adopters

    An increase to the incentive for the Early Adopter Incentive program will be announced mid-2024. On May 9, discussed the enhanced payment for Tier 1 […]

    Resources

    A dedicated space outside of our scheduled trainings and workshops to connect with our Clean Buildings staff, ask questions, talk through scenarios and more. “Office Hours” are held on the 4th Tuesday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. PT.

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    Beware of Third-Party Communications

    We’ve been informed that some building owners have received letters, notices or marketing materials from third parties that appear to come from or refer to the Department of Commerce or the Clean Buildings team. Unfortunately, some of the communications may be misleading or contain inaccurate information. If you ever receive a letter or a notice that seems suspicious, please contact us before taking action. We can help verify the authenticity of any correspondence. You can reach us by emailing Buildings@Commerce.wa.gov or by submitting a Customer Support Form.

    Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS)

    Contact

    Need help? Submit questions and request support online using the  CBPS Customer Support Forms Portal (on Smartsheet).