Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in Chicago, Illinois.
$0.14/kWh
$0.95/therm
Rising
Up 8% YoY; ComEd capacity charges and infrastructure riders increasing
Annual energy benchmarking via ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager for commercial and residential properties.
Threshold
50,000 sqft
Deadline
June 1 annually
Penalty
Fines of $100 to $1,000 per violation
GHG reduction targets for large buildings, with initial compliance periods beginning in 2026.
Threshold
50,000 sqft
Deadline
2026 (first compliance period)
Penalty
Under development
June 1 annually
Chicago Energy Benchmarking Ordinance — 50,000 sqft
2026 (first compliance period)
Chicago Building Performance Standards — 50,000 sqft
ComEd
Electric
Peoples Gas
Gas
Benchmarking is required
Building Threshold
50,000 sqft
Filing Deadline
June 1 annually
Centralize bills, automate accruals, and stay ahead of Chicago Energy Benchmarking Ordinance compliance across your IL portfolio.
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