Tools and Resources

Read this paper to learn how the ENERGY STAR program works with the automobile manufacturing industry to improve energy performance through benchmarking. The Energy Performance Indicator (EPI) developed for motor vehicle plants estimates the range of energy performance across the entire industry. The results of the industry's efforts to improve energy efficiency are included.

Read these Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about EPA’s 2014 ENERGY STAR® National Building Competition. This four-page document provides information on recognition opportunities, eligibility, team formation, ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager®, and benchmarking and improving water efficiency.

Read the rules for EPA’s 2014 ENERGY STAR® National Building Competition. For the first time ever, the annual competition recognized teams for energy and water saving achievements.  

Fill out this spreadsheet if you are planning to compete in EPA's 2015 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition as part of a team. You'll need to submit a team name, contact information for the team lead, and the Portfolio Manager building ID number for each participating building.

Use this blast email template to create a customized message to send to your building tenants, colleagues, or stakeholders to let them know about EPA's 2015 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition and how they can help.
 

Use this two-page document of ideas to celebrate your participation in EPA's 2015 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition and your involvement and commitment to saving energy with your colleagues, employees, customers, and community! You can find great ideas for engagement, such as reserving a special parking space for your green team captain, or hosting a pep rally to kick-off the competition.

Use this PowerPoint template to create the perfect presentation for all your stakeholders in EPA's 2015 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition. Add your personal touch by including pictures and descriptions of your competing buildings, or even background on your team and mission!
 

Use this two-page guide to help promote your organization's participation in EPA's 2015 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition on all social media platforms. Learn how to get connected with other competitors and gain followers while highlighting your team's energy saving efforts.

Use this letter template to create a customized message to send to all stakeholders and officials about your participation in EPA's 2015 National Building Competition.