Given the high degree of uncertainty around all government programs, real estate organizations that do business in North America should take precautions to safeguard their data and reporting workflows relating to ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM).
While there is no confirmed disruption at this time, out of an abundance of caution, we’ve compiled a checklist of recommended actions and outlined how Measurabl is prepared to support your continuity—whatever comes next.
What to Do Now: ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager Contingency Checklist
- If you are a Measurabl customer: The data you have shared with Measurabl is already backed up and secure within our platform. We’ll continue supporting your reporting workflows and will follow up directly if any disruptions occur. Please see our FAQs for additional information.
- If you are not currently a Measurabl customer: Now is the time to act. While ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager remains live, it’s best to take precautions:
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- Back up your data today. Download your full portfolio from Portfolio Manager to Excel today and on a regular basis (every 2 weeks). This ensures you have access to critical building and meter data, performance reports, and disclosure templates in the event of any unexpected service interruption. A step-by-step guide is included in our FAQs.
- Know your data sources. In your download, check the “Last Modified By” column to see who’s submitting your meter data.
- Plan your backup workflows. If utilities send data via API, make sure another tool (like Measurabl) can access it. Check if bill pay providers can export data for reporting.
- Prepare your teams. If ESPM is disrupted, reporting will take more time. Align internal teams now on expectations and next steps and consider how Measurabl can help.
- Set up a Measurabl account. If you’re reliant on ESPM, now’s the time to evaluate tools that offer strong, reliable tracking and reporting capabilities. Leveraging Measurabl’s platform today will protect your data and maintain continuity regardless of what unfolds in the future. Click here to request an account.
As the situation evolves, we’re here to help—with tools, guidance, answers to frequently asked questions, and a platform designed for real-time, audit-ready sustainability data.