Evergreen helps commercial property owners organize utility data, benchmark building performance, support energy compliance requirements, and identify practical next steps for savings and performance improvement.
Evergreen is a strong fit for commercial property owners, managers, and building representatives who need help with first-time benchmarking, annual compliance support, utility data organization, PEM participation support, or broader building performance planning.
No. If you are not sure whether benchmarking, PEM support, or broader utility consulting is the best fit, you can start with the Utility and Energy Inquiry form.
Energy benchmarking is the process of organizing building and utility data to establish a clear baseline of energy use and performance. It is commonly done through ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and is often the starting point for compliance, savings analysis, and building performance planning.
ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager is a widely used tool for tracking building energy use and benchmarking performance over time. Many local benchmarking programs use it as the platform for annual reporting.
No. Properties that are not currently required to benchmark can still benefit from benchmarking as a voluntary first step. It can help owners better understand utility costs, identify unusual usage, and prepare for future requirements.
Most projects begin with basic property information, square footage, use type, utility account details, and available historical utility data. Sensitive information can be collected later through a private follow-up process if needed.
PEM is a Focus on Energy offering for eligible Wisconsin properties that builds on benchmarking by adding structure, monthly tracking, goal-setting, and follow-through.
Benchmarking establishes the baseline. PEM builds on that by turning benchmarking into an ongoing process with monthly utility tracking, program structure, and practical next-step planning.
No. Evergreen does not administer the program. Evergreen helps clients prepare for participation, support the benchmarking side of the process, organize monthly tracking, and turn the resulting data into practical recommendations.
PEM support is currently positioned for eligible Wisconsin properties connected to the Focus on Energy offering.
Yes. Evergreen supports annual benchmarking compliance workflows, including utility data organization, Portfolio Manager support, and submission preparation.
Evergreen currently focuses on support connected to Chicago, Evanston, Madison, Milwaukee, and eligible Wisconsin PEM opportunities.
Benchmarking is the process of tracking and reporting building energy use. Building Performance Standards go further by requiring buildings to meet specific performance targets or follow compliance pathways over time.
Yes. Evergreen can support compliance planning, roadmap development, and progress-related support where broader building performance requirements apply.
Yes. Utility Review and Action Planning can be a good starting point for owners who want to understand utility trends, identify possible cost drivers, and determine the right next step.
Yes. Multi-tenant and multi-meter properties often require more coordination, but Evergreen can still help organize the benchmarking and utility workflow.
Yes. The Utility and Energy Inquiry form can also be used by repeat clients who want help with new utility questions, follow-up support, or expanded services.
Use the Benchmarking Form for first-time benchmarking, compliance support, or Portfolio Manager-related needs.
Use the PEM Form for eligible Wisconsin properties interested in Practical Energy Management support.
Use the Utility and Energy Inquiry form if you are not sure which service fits best, if you have general utility concerns, or if you are a repeat client with a new request.
No. Initial forms are designed to collect only basic information. Sensitive information such as passwords, tax details, or other private account information should not be submitted through those forms.
Evergreen reviews the inquiry, evaluates the likely fit, and follows up with the best next step. If more detailed information is needed, it can be collected later through a private follow-up process.