by WFIS | Jan 13, 2025 | Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Education News, Educator Training, WFIS News
For schools with covered building space over 20,000 sq feet The first Clean Buildings Performance Standards webinar of the year will be on January 23, focusing on available exemptions and the application process. Whether you’re already working through compliance...
by WFIS | Dec 16, 2024 | Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Education News, WFIS News
WFIS wants to gather your questions, concerns, thoughts, and realities about the Clean Buildings program and the various support offered by the Dept of Commerce and utility companies. WFIS will host a conversation with Jeff Rasmussen, Outreach & Education Program...
by WFIS | Dec 12, 2024 | Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Education News, WFIS News
On Thursday December 12, 2024 the Department of Commerce hosted it’s final meeting on the Tier 2 Early Adopter Incentive Program Guidebook Draft: https://deptofcommerce.app.box.com/s/buo2jivl40z6sw68h2ksgqq8ukfxzsdx Eligible Buildings To be eligible for the Tier...
by WFIS | Nov 25, 2024 | Agencies and Committees, Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Legislation and Policy, WFIS News
In October, the Department of Commerce released a new document to assist building owners in fulfilling the Clean Buildings Tier 2 compliance requirements. See CBPS 030 – Tier 2 Compliance Requirements (PDF). This document aims to: help buildings owners gain an...
by WFIS | Nov 21, 2024 | Clean Buildings Performance Standards, early learning licensing, L&I, Student Safety, The Advocate, WFIS News
The Washington Clean Buildings Act introduced Clean Buildings Performance Standards, which aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency in buildings, including schools. While resources and support are available to help building owners meet...
by WFIS | Nov 18, 2024 | Clean Buildings Performance Standards, Education News, WFIS News
This article provides useful guidance when reviewing the terms of your lease or negotiating a new lease agreement as related to the new Clean Buildings laws. Building owners may be able to push many responsibilities onto their tenants, depending on how the lease terms...