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Updated: March 2026

Market Guide

Commercial Building Energy Requirements in Orlando

Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in Orlando, Florida.

Average Commercial Utility Rates

$0.13Electric Rate
$1.10Gas Rate

Rising

Up 5% YoY; OUC fuel cost adjustments and solar integration costs

Energy Regulations & Compliance

Orlando BEWES

Active

Building Energy and Water Efficiency Strategy requiring benchmarking for city-owned and large commercial buildings.

50,000 sqft (commercial); 10,000 sqft (city-owned)

May 1 annually

Up to $500 per violation

Compliance Timeline

May 1 annually

Orlando BEWES - 50,000 sqft (commercial); 10,000 sqft (city-owned)

Utility Providers

OUC (Orlando Utilities Commission)

Electric & Gas

Duke Energy Florida

Electric

Benchmarking Requirements

Benchmarking is required

50,000 sqft

May 1 annually

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