Maryland BEPS Benchmarking

Please be advised that owners of covered buildings are required to submit annual benchmarking reports to the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) via the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager platform. The Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) aims to track energy use, achieve zero net direct GHG emissions by 2040, and boost building energy efficiency. Building owners may authorize a third-party agent to submit these reports on their behalf. Benchmarking reports submitted to MDE by September 1, 2025 and June 1, 2026 and beyond, will be deemed timely.

A covered building is a commercial or multifamily residential building in the State of Maryland or is owned by the State of Maryland and has a gross floor area of 35,000 SF or more, excluding the parking garage area. Building owners can search for their buildings and reference number (Unique Building Identifier or UBID) at https://mdbeps.mde.state.md.us. This UBID must be entered in the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.

Beginning in 2026 and every five years thereafter, building owners are required to have a third party verify the accuracy of their benchmarking reports prior to submitting them to MDE. If a building owner already uses a third party to submit reports, that same entity may also fulfill the verification requirement.

Regulatory requirements can be complex, but our engineers are able to assist with data collection, reporting, and compliance with verification requirements. Furthermore, our comprehensive team of engineers can design energy-efficient upgrades for building systems, aiming at optimizing performance and fostering healthier, more sustainable buildings throughout Maryland.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Becht today at 800.772.7991 or information@bechtbt.com to learn how we can assist you with your building’s benchmarking needs.