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Updated: March 2026

Market Guide

Commercial Building Energy Requirements in Tucson

Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in Tucson, Arizona.

Average Commercial Utility Rates

$0.12Electric Rate
$1.00Gas Rate

Rising

Up 6% YoY; TEP clean energy transition and peak demand growth

Energy Regulations & Compliance

Tucson Benchmarking (Proposed)

Proposed

Tucson is exploring a benchmarking ordinance as part of its Tucson Resilient Together climate plan. Currently voluntary.

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Compliance Timeline

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Tucson Benchmarking (Proposed) - N/A

Utility Providers

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Tucson Electric Power (TEP)

Electric

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Southwest Gas

Gas

Benchmarking Requirements

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Benchmarking is not currently mandated for commercial buildings in Tucson. This may change as new regulations are proposed.

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