Sustainability & Energy Codes
SOCOTEC helps building owners, developers, and design teams navigate complex energy code compliance requirements with clarity and confidence.
Buildings are one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, and cities across the U.S. are enforcing stricter compliance regulation for energy to drive sustainability forward. From new construction to building renovations, our energy compliance consultants provide trusted expertise to ensure every project meets local, state, and nationwide energy codes, including ASHRAE 90.1, while supporting long-term efficiency and sustainability goals.
Our energy compliance service supports a wide range of facilities—commercial, residential, institutional, industrial, and campus-scale projects. Whether you are designing a new building, upgrading an existing facility, or pursuing sustainable certifications such as LEED, we provide the insights needed to reduce energy use, optimize performance, and deliver value to both clients and communities.
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Energy Use Analysis and Technical Plans
SOCOTEC combines technical expertise with real-world experience. Our team specializes in:
- Energy audits and energy assessments
- Advanced energy modeling for all building types, from 5,000 to 5,000,000+ square feet
- Expert guidance through energy code compliance inspections and plan reviews
- Improved efficiency strategies that lower operational costs
- Alignment with evolving regulations such as Local Law 86 and Local Law 87 in New York or BERDO in Boston
Our energy performance strategies and plans include a wide range of efficiency measures for:
- Roofing and waterproofing
- Windows
- Lighting and daylighting
- HVAC
- Renewables
- Contaminant dispersion
- Life-cycle of materials and carbon
Our energy compliance consulting services go beyond paperwork. We help project teams resolve technical review comments, optimize submissions, and even secure vested permits before code changes take effect. With over 100 million square feet analyzed, our track record proves that accurate modeling, backed by field-tested knowledge, drives results.
SOCOTEC combines technical expertise with real-world experience. Our team specializes in:
- Energy audits and energy assessments
- Advanced energy modeling for all building types, from 5,000 to 5,000,000+ square feet
- Expert guidance through energy code compliance inspections and plan reviews
- Improved efficiency strategies that lower operational costs
- Alignment with evolving regulations such as Local Law 86 and Local Law 87 in New York or BERDO in Boston
Our energy performance strategies and plans include a wide range of efficiency measures for:
- Roofing and waterproofing
- Windows
- Lighting and daylighting
- HVAC
- Renewables
- Contaminant dispersion
- Life-cycle of materials and carbon
Our energy compliance consulting services go beyond paperwork. We help project teams resolve technical review comments, optimize submissions, and even secure vested permits before code changes take effect. With over 100 million square feet analyzed, our track record proves that accurate modeling, backed by field-tested knowledge, drives results.
SOCOTEC guides owners and design teams to stay compliant with local and state laws. Our energy compliance consulting services, help them to get accurate reporting, code approval, and strategies that lower long-term operating costs.
Energy Code Compliance in New York
New York City has some of the country’s strictest compliance regulation for energy. Two key requirements are Local Law 86 and Local Law 87:
- Local Law 86 requires certain publicly funded projects to meet sustainable design standards, often tied to LEED certification.
- Local Law 87 mandates that large buildings (over 50,000 sq. ft.) undergo an energy audit and energy code compliance inspection every 10 years.
Energy Code Compliance in Boston
Boston’s Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) requires mid-sized and large buildings to report annual energy and water use, with emissions limits taking effect in 2025 or 2030. Non-compliance can result in fines, making proactive energy compliance service essential.
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