Building Performance Standards

Nationwide, building owners face new sustainability mandates

States and cities across the country are passing building performance standards (BPS) laws that require building owners to reduce their carbon footprint. Laws in six regions are set to take effect by 2025, and other regions are expected to pass legislation in the near future. Most laws have deadlines of 2050, but legislation varies by region and building type, so there's not a one-size-fits-all solution. 

Fortunately, Johnson Controls specializes in building performance excellence. Our sustainability experts can help you create and execute a custom compliance plan for your buildings that's timely and cost-effective.

Several regions with BPS bills in place are indicated below, with more to come. Click your region to get details on the new law and links to additional resources. For policies and requirements that affect federal buildings, download our guide.

Count on Johnson Controls to help you comply with your BPS laws

We work closely with building owners to develop effective and cost-effective sustainability programs. We’ll build your business case to meet your needs, and we’ll help balance the traditional conflict between cost savings and investment.

We offer a wide assortment of building systems that will help reduce your facility’s emissions, to meet your BPS legislation requirements. They include HVAC equipment and hydronic systems, building automation systems and controls, accessible digital tools, water usage reduction and lighting.

Here's what we do:

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Assess your Facility

We look at past and current energy usage to understand anticipated use and plan for energy needs.

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Help build your business case

We develop models specific to your facility, to provide a clear picture of potential efficiency gains.

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Recommend next steps

We lay out a step-by-step plan to modernize your facility based on your goals and budget.

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We’re your partners in sustainability.

After reviewing your goals and your facility, our team will advise on all aspects of ESG and sustainability, and will provide a comprehensive road map of solutions to meet the milestones of your BPS legislation.

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Let Johnson Controls’ experts help you write your action plan today.

New building performance standards laws all have strict deadlines, along with fines and other penalties for failure to meet them. So, it's essential to be prepared now. Click the button below to contact a Johnson Controls building performance expert, who will help you draft an action plan for your properties.

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