ENERGY STAR® Certification
Demonstrate Building Performance.
Create Business Value.
For commercial building owners, energy performance increasingly influences tenant decisions, investment strategies, and asset value.
ENERGY STAR® Certification helps demonstrate that your building is performing at a high level while providing a credible, third-party benchmark recognized across North America.
The Business Case for ENERGY STAR® Certification
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Increase Building Value
ENERGY STAR® certified buildings can command stronger market positioning because energy performance improvements can translate into operational savings and improved financial performance.
Studies have demonstrated that energy-efficient buildings may achieve sale price premiums ranging from 1% to 31% compared with similar properties.
References:
(1) Institute for Market Transformation (IMT), The Benefits of Benchmarking Building Energy Performance
(2) A Better City, Building Energy Benchmarking Report
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Attract Tenants & Support Higher Rents
ENERGY STAR® certification provides a recognized signal of building quality and operational performance.
Certified buildings have demonstrated stronger occupancy performance and rental advantages compared with similar non-certified properties, with studies reporting:
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Up to 10% higher occupancy rates
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Rental premiums ranging from 3% to 16%
References:
(3) Institute for Market Transformation (IMT), The Benefits of Benchmarking Building Energy Performance
(4) A Better City, Building Energy Benchmarking Report
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Meet Tenant & Leasing Expectations
Many organizations increasingly prioritize high-performing, energy-efficient buildings when selecting office and commercial space.
For owners seeking government or institutional tenants, ENERGY STAR® Certification may also support leasing requirements and sustainability expectations.
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Support Financing & Investment Decisions
ENERGY STAR® Certification can provide additional confidence to lenders, investors, and stakeholders evaluating building performance.
Research on commercial mortgage-backed securities has identified lower default risk among buildings with recognized sustainability certifications, with certified properties demonstrating potential advantages in financing terms.
Reference:
(5) Eichholtz, P., Kok, N., & Quigley, J. Green Buildings in Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities: The Effects of LEED and Energy Star Certification on Default Risk and Loan Terms.
Zenith Net-Zero ENERGY STAR® Certification Support
Simplify the Certification Process
Achieving ENERGY STAR® Certification requires accurate building data, proper benchmarking, and a complete application process.
Zenith Net-Zero supports building owners and managers through every step:
✓ Eligibility Assessment
Review your building’s potential qualification and ENERGY STAR® score.
✓ ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager Support
Ensure accurate building profiles, property information, and energy data.
✓ Data Review & Preparation
Validate required information and prepare documentation for submission.
✓ Certification Submission Support
Guide the application process to help ensure a complete submission.
✓ Ongoing Benchmarking Support
Maintain reliable energy data to support future certifications and performance tracking.
Need Support with ENERGY STAR® Certification?
Whether you need to assess your building's eligibility, improve your ENERGY STAR® score, prepare for certification, or maintain your certification over time, Zenith Net-Zero provides practical, end-to-end support.
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From Reporting to Recognition
Turn Building Data Into Competitive Advantage
Energy benchmarking helps organizations understand and report building performance.
ENERGY STAR® Certification takes that performance further by providing independent recognition that can strengthen your building’s reputation, marketability, and long-term value.
Zenith Net-Zero helps organizations move from compliance reporting to recognized building performance leadership.