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Updated: March 2026

Market Guide

Commercial Building Energy Requirements in San Diego

Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in San Diego, California.

Average Commercial Utility Rates

$0.30Electric Rate
$1.70Gas Rate

Rising

Up 15% YoY; SDG&E has among the highest rates in the nation due to wildfire costs

Energy Regulations & Compliance

San Diego Benchmarking Ordinance

Active

Annual energy and water benchmarking for commercial buildings through ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.

20,000 sqft

June 1 annually

Up to $100 per day

California AB 802

Active

Statewide benchmarking mandate with annual ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager reporting.

50,000 sqft

June 1 annually

Up to $2,000 per day after notice

Compliance Timeline

June 1 annually

San Diego Benchmarking Ordinance - 20,000 sqft

June 1 annually

California AB 802 - 50,000 sqft

Utility Providers

SDG&E

Electric & Gas

Benchmarking Requirements

Benchmarking is required

20,000 sqft

June 1 annually

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