Save Money and Reduce GHG emissions

The WCBID want to save you money, while reducing WC District’s carbon footprint. The WCBID is working with building owners and tenants across our district to achieve unprecedented levels of energy savings and to expand clean energy sources.

We offer:

•Energy audits for District buildings

•Up to 30% reductions in energy bills

•It is possible to do energy efficiency upgrades with no up front cash required

Not ready to sign up yet? Curious about what’s involved in reducing your energy costs and district-wide environmental impact? To learn more about being a part of this ground-breaking effort contact us info@wilshirecenter.com

Financial Incentive Summary

Discover the current incentives and rebates available to building owners undertaking energy improvements in the Wilshire Center District.

Go to LADWP Green LA

Go to SoCalGas

Go to Flex Your Power

As a part of federal stimulus acts, a program permitting tax deductions of up to $1.80 per square foot for the installation of efficient systems in new and renovated commercial buildings has been through 2013. Many rebates are also available from LADWP and Gas Co. for improvements to efficiency.

 

Audit Benefits

 

How can the WC Cool District program help you?

•Save money with cost effective measures tailored to your building

•Use less energy

•Catch up on deferred maintenance and increase reliability of systems

•Improve comfort and productivity of staff and tenants

•Make your mark as a business that cares about the environment

•Be recognized as a leader in your community

 

How does your company benefit from participating in the Cool District program?

Cool District provides one-stop convenience for comprehensive energy efficiency and clean energy technology services. Working with our consultant, ARUP, we identify ways to make your building more energy efficient and save money on your energy bills, while taking full advantage of all available government and utility incentives.

 

Cool District helps you save energy by upgrading to high efficiency lighting and exploring other cost saving measures such as replacing appliances and heating/cooling equipment; cutting heat loss; conserving water; and the installation of renewable or other clean energy technologies. We work with landlords and tenants to find fair, practical ways to share the costs and the benefits of investing in energy efficiency improvements.

 

Cool District is a district-wide program that provides unique publicity throughout Wilshire Center District, positioning participants as community leaders and business innovators.

 

AB 1103 Energy Star Benchmark

 

Bill 1103, which goes into effect on July 1st, 2010, requires that existing commercial buildings in California have an Energy Star rating before they are leased, refinanced, or sold in their entirety.

For information on getting an Energy Star rating for your building with some good tips on saving money go to Energy Star.