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- AboutHow does the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge work? The first phase of the project will begin with a selection of 20 buildings from the municipal, university, hospital and commercial sectors. These 20 buildings will be the front-runners of the challenge and set the precedent for participants in the years to come. The Atlanta BBC team will work with the owners of these 20 buildings over the next several months to establish an overall protocol for the Challenge, providing incentives such as free building assessments, education and training courses, access to interval data and more. What does an organization commit to? Founding Partners commit to: Provide resources in support of the development of Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge initiatives and projects Participate in promotion and communication activities for Atlanta BBC initiatives Participate in activities of one or more Atlanta BBC subcommittees Assist with engaging Building Participants and Sponsors Building Participants commit to: Publicly pledge a building-specific energy savings goal and develop a plan and schedule Identify a building energy savings project and initiate the project Share utility data with the Department of Energy, as well as information about the tools, technologies, and processes they used implement projects and reach their pledge goal.…
- EventsThe Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge is in full swing. Check back for upcoming events. Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge Launch November 3, 2011 Central Atlanta Progress – Downtown Development Day Phase One Building Participant Orientation Meeting November 28, 2011 Southface Eco Office
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- FAQs1. How does the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge work? The first phase of the project will begin with a selectionof 20 buildings from the municipal, university, hospital and commercial sectors. These 20 buildings will be the front-runners of the challenge and set the precedent for participants in the years to come. The AtlantaBBC team will work with the owners of these 20 buildings over the next several months to establish an overall protocol for theChallenge, assisting with building assessments, education, project implementation and data reporting. Once Phase One is completed (date TBD), the Challenge will be rolled out to include all organizations interested in participating. Building owners that wish to participate in Phase One of the Atlanta BBC are requested to submit their registration by November 30, 2011. Please visit the Contact Us page to request more information. 2. What is the baseline year from which the 20% reduction will be measured? Calendar year 2009[CW1] 3. How do we measure progress? The Atlanta BBC has dedicated a team to benchmarking and measuring progress toward goals. Utility data will be collected from each building participant and aggregated into Energy Star Portfolio Manager to measure the overall reduction in energy and water…
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What is the baseline year from which the 20% reduction will be measured?
Calendar year 2009
How do we measure progress?
The Atlanta BBC has dedicated a team to benchmarking and measuring progress toward goals. Utility data will be collected from each building participant and aggregated into Energy Star Portfolio Manager to measure the overall reduction in energy and water consumption. Periodic reports will be provided by Central Atlanta Progress to communicate progress and highlight opportunities, based on the DOE reporting requirements below. Atlanta BBC will honor requests to keep building-specific data anonymous for any reporting other than to DOE.
Why participate?
Participation in the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge will provide many benefits, including energy and water cost savings, positive public recognition for your organization and educational resources to improve energy and water efficiency in your business operations. By contributing to the success of the Atlanta BBC, you will improve your bottom line by saving energy and water. From a national perspective, more efficient buildings will reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil, protect the environment, and stimulate economic growth through cost savings, investment in new technologies, and job creation.
What are some examples of ways to reduce energy and water that will contribute to the goal of the Atlanta BBC?
Energy conservation measures can range from simple adjustments in building operations to full systems retrofits. The Atlanta BBC team will serve as a resource to help you identify those measures that are most appropriate for your organization.
How do I get involved?
Please visit the Contact Us page to register, become a sponsor or request more information.
What are the DOE reporting requirements?
Generally, while further details are forthcoming, data will be reported to the DOE on a quarterly basis in the following categories:
City-wide Plan:
Activity updates
Progress to date
Showcase Project: Atlanta Civic Center
Identification of retrofit opportunities
Investment details and savings estimates
Planned work and progress
Innovative Energy Efficiency Implementation Models
Identification of models
Progress and challenges encountered
Key implementation materials
Facility-Level Energy Use and Performance
Provided through Energy Star Portfolio Manager
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