
NEWS & UPDATES
HONG EXAMINER – May 2025
Hong Examiner is a monthly newsletter from Hong Consulting. This edition covers the release of the Covered Buildings List for the third wave of filers, webinars Hong Consulting is putting on to educate buildings on Better Buildings Benchmarking compliance, and additional services that Hong Consulting can offer.
Common Challenges in Benchmarking Compliance and How to Overcome Them
Common Challenges in Benchmarking Compliance and How to Overcome Them
While the Better Buildings Benchmarking Program offers numerous benefits, building owners may encounter challenges during the compliance process. Learn some common issues and strategies to address them.
Understanding Ordinance 22-17: Honolulu's Better Buildings Benchmarking Program
In order to stay compliant, building owners and property managers need have an understanding of the City & County of Honolulu’s Better Buildings Benchmarking Program. Ordinance 22-17 requires buildings over 25,000 square feet to report their energy usage, water usage, and greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to provide building owners and occupants with a clear understanding of their properties' performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to the city's objective of carbon neutrality by 2045.
HONG EXAMINER – APRIL 2025
Hong Examiner is a monthly newsletter from Hong Consulting. This edition covers delays in the release of the Covered Buildings List for the third wave of filers, webinars Hong Consulting is putting on to educate buildings on Better Buildings Benchmarking compliance, changes to the submission links, and updates to the Transparency Map.