The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Wednesday announced its tenth-annual “Top Cities” list, which ranks the 25 U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings in the preceding calendar year.

Philadelphia came in at number 15 with 157 buildings.

“Earning a spot on the Energy Star Top Cities list is a recognition of commitment to cutting building-related energy costs and reducing waste,” said EPA Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation Bill Wehrum. “With help from Energy Star, city leaders and building owners are working together to strengthen their economies, foster competition, and create a healthier environment.”

The Top Cities list shows how cities across America are embracing energy efficiency as a proven path to financial savings and a healthier environment. Commercial buildings are responsible for 19 percent of the nation’s energy use and cost American organizations and cities more than $100 billion per year in energy bills.

By the end of 2017, more than 32,000 buildings across America had earned EPA’s Energy Star certification. Together, these buildings have saved more than $4.5 billion on energy bills and prevented greenhouse gas emissions equal to the annual electricity use of more than 3 million homes. 

Commercial buildings that apply for EPA’s Energy Star must have their performance verified by a professional engineer or a registered architect. Energy Star certified buildings use an average of 35 percent less energy than typical buildings. Many types of commercial facilities can earn the Energy Star, including office buildings, schools, hospitals, and retail stores.

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[Posted: April 11, 2018]

4/16/2018