Building Rating Helps Markets Understand and Value Energy Efficiency
By Allison Webster | Tue, August 27, 13
Everyone knows that one way to judge the performance of a car is by its fuel efficiency, and car manufacturers love to crow about cars with high 'miles per gallon' ratings. But, what if there was a way to assess “MPG” for buildings that gave potential owners or renters a sense of how much it would cost to operate their building over time?
The benefits of building energy rating and disclosure far outweigh the negatives. Any opposition can almost be considered...