Energy Use Intensity (EUI) Calculator

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The Energy Use Intensity Calculator divides a building's annual energy use by its floor area to give the EUI, a standard benchmark of building energy efficiency. Enter annual energy and floor area.

Formula

EUI = Annual Energy Use ÷ Floor Area
  • Lower EUI means a more energy-efficient building.
  • Typical office buildings fall in the range of roughly 100–250 kWh/m²/yr.

120,000 kWh over 1,000 m²

Inputs
  • Annual Energy Use: 120000 kWh
  • Floor Area: 1000

120,000 ÷ 1,000 = 120 kWh/m²/yr.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good EUI?
Lower is better. Efficient buildings are often under 100 kWh/m²/yr, while energy-intensive ones exceed 200.