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                               Leaders in
                               commercial
                               real estate tap
                               the power of
                               superior energy
                               management.
                               EPA, through its ENERGY STAR® program, provides
                               partners with guidelines for superior energy
                               management built on the practices of industry
                               leaders. Use these guidelines to lower operating
                               costs and improve tenant comfort. You will also
                               demonstrate your organization's environmental
                               commitment by reducing pollution and the emissions
                               that contribute to global warming.
                               Did you know?

                               • Energy use represents the single largest
                               operating expense in an office property.

                               • Reducing energy use 30% is equivalent to
                               increasing NOI and building asset value by 5%.

                               Let ENERGY STAR guide you, step by step.
                               Become a partner by calling 1-888-STAR-YES
                               or visiting:


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Use  less  energy.
Build  more  profits.
                    Make Commitment
Based on the success of thousands of ENERGY STAR® partners,
EPA has developed a proven strategy for energy management.
By following these guidelines, your company will take control
of energy costs, improve your bottom line, and help protect
the environment.
Here's some of what you can do:
  Assess Performance
     & Set Goals
Great management starts with the right measures.

Get a handle on your energy use with EPA's national rating
system. This system allows you to measure the energy efficiency
of your buildings and compare them to others across the United
States. Using data that you provide online, the system produces a
baseline rating from 1 to 100. Once you have established this base-
line, use ENERGY STAR'S tools and resources to prioritize your
investments, set goals, and track your management success.
Access the national rating system online through ENERGY STAR'S
Portfolio Manager.
     Recognize
    Achievements
Distinguish your company from the competition.

ENERGY STAR is the national symbol for protecting the environment
through energy efficiency, recognized by over half of all U.S. house-
holds. Leverage that awareness by displaying the ENERGY STAR
on buildings that rate 75 or higher. Partners that improve their ratings
portfolio-wide by 10, 20, or 30 points distinguish themselves as
ENERGY STAR Leaders. EPA recognizes Leaders as setting the
standard for superior energy management.
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Assess Performance
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