The Utility Management & Conservation Association (UMCA) is a trade association dedicated to raising awareness of the 'Green Lifestyle'. We promote energy conservation and personal accountability by supporting resident submetering, billing and utility management programs. This is specific to, but not limited to, electricity, gas, trash, water and sewer. The UMCA has developed a state by state research database specific to submetering and billing regulations. The UMCA community serves the multifamily and commercial real estate industry specific to resource conservation, metering, and utility management. The overall Mission and utility allocation industry focuses on issues that may affect utility services for customers. Our members include manufacturers, service providers, property owners, and managers with an interest in a 'Green Lifestyle' of conservation and accountability. The UMCA focuses specifically on submetering and allocation billing methods in an effort to promote conservation while helping reduce costs through accountability. The UMCA offers members a unique set of membership services that include principles and best practices for managing your metering, conservation, and utility management programs.