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NYC BUILDINGS ENERGY AUDITOR CERTIFICATION EXAM
BASED ON NYC DOB REQUIREMENTS, LOCAL LAW 87,
ASHRAE STANDARDS & NYC ENERGY CONSERVATION
CODE 2026/2027 COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
ENERGY AUDITOR
Prepare effectively for the NYC Buildings Energy Auditor Certification Exam Practice
with this focused study resource. It supports review of energy auditing principles,
building systems, energy efficiency, performance analysis, inspection procedures,
and applicable NYC building requirements. Use the material to reinforce your
technical knowledge, review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional
study. This resource is suited for energy auditors, building professionals, engineers,
and candidates preparing for NYC Buildings Energy Auditor certification.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: LOCAL LAW 87 & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS (Questions 1–
20)
Question 1:
Under Local Law 87 (LL87), what is the minimum floor area threshold for
buildings that must undergo an energy audit and retro-commissioning?
A) 10,000 square feet
B) 25,000 square feet
C) 50,000 square feet
D) 100,000 square feet
Answer: C
Rationale: Local Law 87 requires buildings with more than 50,000 square feet
of floor area to undergo energy audits and retro-commissioning every 10
years. LL88 applies to buildings >25,000 sq. ft. for lighting upgrades.
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Question 2:
How often must covered buildings under Local Law 87 undergo energy audits
and retro-commissioning?
A) Every 5 years
B) Every 10 years
C) Every 15 years
D) Every 20 years
Answer: B
Rationale: LL87 requires that covered buildings (>50,000 sq. ft.) undergo
energy audits and retro-commissioning once every ten years.
Question 3:
Which NYC agency enforces Local Law 87 requirements?
A) NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
B) NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
C) NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
D) NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)
Answer: B
Rationale: The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is responsible for
enforcing Local Law 87 requirements.
Question 4:
What is the filing deadline for the Energy Efficiency Report (EER) under Local
Law 87?
A) January 1 of the compliance year
B) May 1 of the compliance year
C) December 31 of the compliance year
D) July 1 of the compliance year
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Answer: C
Rationale: The Energy Efficiency Report (EER) must be filed with the DOB by
December 31st of the calendar year the report is due.
Question 5:
What is the penalty for failure to file an Energy Efficiency Report under Local
Law 87?
A) $500 fine
B) $1,000 fine
C) $3,000 first year + $5,000 each additional year
D) $1,500 annual fine
Answer: C
Rationale: The penalty for failure to file an EER is $3,000 for the first year and
$5,000 for each additional year of non-compliance.
Question 6:
What is the minimum standard for an energy audit under Local Law 87?
A) ASHRAE Level I
B) ASHRAE Level II
C) ASHRAE Level III
D) Investment-grade audit
Answer: B
Rationale: LL87 requires an ASHRAE Level II energy audit as the minimum
standard.
Question 7:
Which of the following is a required component of the Energy Efficiency
Report (EER)?
A) Professional Certification Forms
B) Data Collection Tools
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C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B
Answer: C
Rationale: The EER consists of Professional Certification Forms and Data
Collection Tools, which must be filed electronically with the DOB.
Question 8:
Under Local Law 87, who is authorized to conduct an energy audit?
A) Any building owner
B) A licensed contractor
C) A registered design professional (PE or RA) or an individual with approved
certification
D) Any employee of the building
Answer: C
Rationale: The energy auditor must be a registered design professional
(Professional Engineer or Registered Architect), and the auditor or an
individual under direct supervision must hold an approved certification.
Question 9:
Which of the following certifications qualifies an individual to conduct an
energy audit under Local Law 87? (Select all that apply)
A) Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – AEE
B) Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) – AEE
C) High-Performance Building Design Professional (HPBD) – ASHRAE
D) Energy Management Professional (EMP) – Energy Management Association
Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: DOB recognizes CEM, CEA, HPBD, and EMP certifications for
energy auditors.
NYC BUILDINGS ENERGY AUDITOR CERTIFICATION EXAM
BASED ON NYC DOB REQUIREMENTS, LOCAL LAW 87,
ASHRAE STANDARDS & NYC ENERGY CONSERVATION
CODE 2026/2027 COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
ENERGY AUDITOR
Prepare effectively for the NYC Buildings Energy Auditor Certification Exam Practice
with this focused study resource. It supports review of energy auditing principles,
building systems, energy efficiency, performance analysis, inspection procedures,
and applicable NYC building requirements. Use the material to reinforce your
technical knowledge, review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional
study. This resource is suited for energy auditors, building professionals, engineers,
and candidates preparing for NYC Buildings Energy Auditor certification.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: LOCAL LAW 87 & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS (Questions 1–
20)
Question 1:
Under Local Law 87 (LL87), what is the minimum floor area threshold for
buildings that must undergo an energy audit and retro-commissioning?
A) 10,000 square feet
B) 25,000 square feet
C) 50,000 square feet
D) 100,000 square feet
Answer: C
Rationale: Local Law 87 requires buildings with more than 50,000 square feet
of floor area to undergo energy audits and retro-commissioning every 10
years. LL88 applies to buildings >25,000 sq. ft. for lighting upgrades.
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Question 2:
How often must covered buildings under Local Law 87 undergo energy audits
and retro-commissioning?
A) Every 5 years
B) Every 10 years
C) Every 15 years
D) Every 20 years
Answer: B
Rationale: LL87 requires that covered buildings (>50,000 sq. ft.) undergo
energy audits and retro-commissioning once every ten years.
Question 3:
Which NYC agency enforces Local Law 87 requirements?
A) NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
B) NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
C) NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
D) NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)
Answer: B
Rationale: The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is responsible for
enforcing Local Law 87 requirements.
Question 4:
What is the filing deadline for the Energy Efficiency Report (EER) under Local
Law 87?
A) January 1 of the compliance year
B) May 1 of the compliance year
C) December 31 of the compliance year
D) July 1 of the compliance year
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Answer: C
Rationale: The Energy Efficiency Report (EER) must be filed with the DOB by
December 31st of the calendar year the report is due.
Question 5:
What is the penalty for failure to file an Energy Efficiency Report under Local
Law 87?
A) $500 fine
B) $1,000 fine
C) $3,000 first year + $5,000 each additional year
D) $1,500 annual fine
Answer: C
Rationale: The penalty for failure to file an EER is $3,000 for the first year and
$5,000 for each additional year of non-compliance.
Question 6:
What is the minimum standard for an energy audit under Local Law 87?
A) ASHRAE Level I
B) ASHRAE Level II
C) ASHRAE Level III
D) Investment-grade audit
Answer: B
Rationale: LL87 requires an ASHRAE Level II energy audit as the minimum
standard.
Question 7:
Which of the following is a required component of the Energy Efficiency
Report (EER)?
A) Professional Certification Forms
B) Data Collection Tools
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C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B
Answer: C
Rationale: The EER consists of Professional Certification Forms and Data
Collection Tools, which must be filed electronically with the DOB.
Question 8:
Under Local Law 87, who is authorized to conduct an energy audit?
A) Any building owner
B) A licensed contractor
C) A registered design professional (PE or RA) or an individual with approved
certification
D) Any employee of the building
Answer: C
Rationale: The energy auditor must be a registered design professional
(Professional Engineer or Registered Architect), and the auditor or an
individual under direct supervision must hold an approved certification.
Question 9:
Which of the following certifications qualifies an individual to conduct an
energy audit under Local Law 87? (Select all that apply)
A) Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – AEE
B) Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) – AEE
C) High-Performance Building Design Professional (HPBD) – ASHRAE
D) Energy Management Professional (EMP) – Energy Management Association
Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: DOB recognizes CEM, CEA, HPBD, and EMP certifications for
energy auditors.
