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Boston BERDO — Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Compliance Grant

City of Boston Environment Department (BOED)BOS-BERDO
Max per Applicant

$250K

Maximum a single org can receive

Deadline

Rolling / No deadline

Jurisdiction

Boston, MA

About This Program

Supports Boston building owners in meeting the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) requirements through grants for energy audits, deep retrofits, and electrification projects.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

  • 1Must own a building in Boston subject to BERDO (commercial or multifamily 20,000+ sq ft)
  • 2Must meet BERDO emissions limits: decreasing annually through 2050 toward net zero
  • 3Grants available for technical assistance, audits, and capital improvements
  • 4Equity fund provides enhanced support for buildings with income-restricted housing
  • 5Compliance alternative payments of $234/metric ton CO2 available if retrofit not feasible

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Real EstateBuilding ElectrificationEnergy Management
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