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Updated: March 2026

Market Guide

Commercial Building Energy Requirements in Philadelphia

Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Average Commercial Utility Rates

$0.16Electric Rate
$1.12Gas Rate

Rising

Up 6% YoY; PECO distribution rate case increases effective 2025

Energy Regulations & Compliance

BEPP (Building Energy Performance Program)

Active

Energy audits and tune-ups on a rolling cycle for large non-residential buildings.

50,000 sqft

June 30 annually (benchmarking)

Up to $300 per day for non-compliance

Philadelphia Benchmarking Ordinance

Active

Annual ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking for commercial and multifamily buildings.

50,000 sqft

June 30 annually

Up to $300 per violation

Compliance Timeline

June 30 annually (benchmarking)

BEPP (Building Energy Performance Program) - 50,000 sqft

June 30 annually

Philadelphia Benchmarking Ordinance - 50,000 sqft

Utility Providers

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PECO Energy

Electric & Gas

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Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW)

Gas

Benchmarking Requirements

✓

Benchmarking is required

50,000 sqft

June 30 annually

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