Why track and compare your co-op’s energy use? The information helps you understand how your co-op is doing. This helps make better decisions and a case for change, whether you’re looking at potentially upgrading how you operate or wanting to show off the successes you’ve already had.

• Track recent energy use, including three years of historical data.
• Compare your use of energy with similar properties. This is referred to as benchmarking.
• Set targets for energy use reduction to help meet your co-ops sustainability goals.
• See the impacts on energy use from policy changes, co-op initiatives, and building upgrades.
• Report on energy consumption and long-term goal. This includes action plans under the Federal Community Housing Initiative.

There are also incentives available to co-ops that pursue benchmarking programs.