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Portfolio Manager “How-to” documents

Getting started

  • An overview of Portfolio Manager
  • Portfolio Manager quick start guide
  • How to benchmark a campus
  • How to set up your property in Portfolio Manager
  • How to get utility data into Portfolio Manager
  • Portfolio Manager data collection worksheet
  • How to opt in to use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for your Portfolio Manager account
  • How to track electric demand in Portfolio Manager
  • How to enter and manage tenant spaces in Portfolio Manager
  • How to benchmark on-site renewable energy in Portfolio Manager
  • How to benchmark properties with offsite green power in Portfolio Manager

Sharing

  • How to share properties with other users in Portfolio Manager
  • How to respond to data requests in Portfolio Manager
  • How to use web services: Connection and sharing guidance for users
  • How to use web services: Connection and sharing guidance for providers

Reporting

  • How to generate standard reports and performance documents in Portfolio Manager
  • Portfolio Manager custom reporting guide
  • How to use the sustainable buildings checklist

Applying for recognition

  • Step-by-step guide: How to apply for the ENERGY STAR
  • Step-by-step guide: How to apply for ENERGY STAR Tenant Space recognition
  • Step-by-step guide: How to apply for Designed to Earn the ENERGY STAR
  • Quiz for Licensed Professionals on Verifying Certification Applications for Commercial Buildings

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