An energy assessment (which includes surveys and audits) are an excellent way to assess the efficiency of a building and a great starting point to help determine where to begin making green improvements. In an effort to promote such assessments and identify common results that may be applicable to a number of common building types, the City has developed an energy assessment program. This program is funded by the Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECGB) awarded to the City in 2009. More Info.