Healthy Building Technical Committee 6-17-2026

The City of Evanston's Healthy Building Technical Committee convened on June 17, 2026, to review and discuss benchmarking data related to building energy use intensity (EUI) and to develop targets for energy reduction aligned with the city's 2050 emissions goals. Representatives from Slipstream presented a detailed data tool based on Energy Star Portfolio Manager data, allowing committee members to analyze building performance by property type and simulate the impact of various EUI reduction targets. The committee discussed the validity of local data versus third-party benchmarks, the need for realistic and empathetic target setting, and the importance of a verification process for reported data. Additionally, the group reviewed a draft alternative compliance request form designed to manage requests for time extensions, target adjustments, or exemptions, emphasizing the need for substantiation and third-party verification. The committee planned to further refine targets and compliance pathways in upcoming meetings, with a focus on emissions and renewable energy strategies.