Reference
Find reference materials to assist you in increasing the energy efficiency of your building or plant.
Find reference materials to assist you in increasing the energy efficiency of your building or plant.
The ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management
The US EPA’s "ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management" provides a proven strategy for creating an energy management program focused on continuous improvement of energy performance.
The business case for energy efficiency investments in buildings and plants
Learn about the potential for savings and significant gains in energy efficiency are possible through minimal investment.
Registry of ENERGY STAR certified buildings and plants
Search for certified buildings and plants. These are not demonstration facilities, but rather real world buildings and plants resulting from prudent energy management strategies.
Research and reports
Read EPA's three ongoing series of reports and analysis dedicated to providing the most up-to-date data on energy use in the commercial and industrial markets.
Green buildings and ENERGY STAR
Many green building rating systems know that you can’t have a green building unless its energy efficient, and they recognize ENERGY STAR as the leading symbol for energy efficiency. Learn more about why ENERGY STAR is incorporated into top green building certification systems and listings.