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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
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Engineered Energy Solutions Methodology
Through the engagement phase data is collected, analyzed, and energy usage problems are identified. Candidate solutions are proposed, reviewed for both effectiveness and for compliance with the requirements for government incentives. A roadmap to implement the approved upgrades and corrective actions is developed.
"If you cannot measure it, you cannot improve it." Lord Kelvin (1824 - 1907)
An Energy Audit solves the measurement problem.
An Energy Audit is a multi-discipline, expert examination of each unique situation. Typical costs quoted on-line for an Energy Audit range from $500 (small, partial audits) to $20,000 for comprehensive studies on large buildings or industrial processes. Typical audit prices are reported as between $3,000 and $5,000 for 80% of the initial Energy Audits done.
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1.1. Historical Data Analysis is a preliminary audit technique that gathers and analyzes data on a facility's average energy consumption. This frequently includes statistical analysis of energy purchases over a multi-year period.
1.2. Walk-through audits involve a review of a facility's energy use profiles, overall assessments of energy-consuming systems and equipment. This requires the collection of on-site data describing building condition, construction details, processing equipment, and key process parameters (working temperatures, pressures, flows, leaks, etc.).
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2.1. Usage – What is building schedule? How are interior spaces utilized? Are these optimal? Can significant energy savings be realized by modification-optimization?
2.2. Traffic-What enters/exits building when? What moves within build how?
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3.1. Infrared building envelope testing can promote getting everybody “on the same page” by revealing expensive building energy losses with visual evidence. Infrared inspection creates a series of full-color thermo-graphic images with corresponding visible images of the survey areas. When chronic heat and energy losses become visible for all to see, the connection between neglected energy management and financial consequences becomes undeniable. Support and funding for effective action becomes available.
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Audit results are compared to similar either best in Class or typical building performance situations. Benchmarking studies can include detailed heat loss and energy management calculations, computer simulations, and other technical analysis.
Based on comparison to benchmarks a Pareto of possible savings is developed. This will identify and rank in order of impact the components in the building system, exhibiting the largest excursion from either the ideal, a target or required performance. This study will explain not only where energy is being used, but also why energy usage is higher than necessary. A list of recommended changes is prepared to achieve desired reduction in energy consumption.
Tax deductions are available to owners of new or existing buildings who install certain upgrades that reduce the building’s total energy and power costs. Energy savings are calculated using qualified computer software approved by the IRS.
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1.1. Compressed Natural Gas
1.2. Fuel Cells
1.3. Geo- Thermal
1.4. Micro-turbines (co-generation)
1.5. CHP (Combined Heat Power)
1.6. CHCP (Combined Heat Cool Power)
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2.1. Solar Thermal
2.2. Solar PV
2.3. Wind Energy
2.4. Bio Fuels
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3.1. Equipment Insulation
3.2. Water Heaters
3.3. Lighting
3.4. Lighting Controls/Sensors
3.5. Chillers
3.6. Furnaces, Boilers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners
3.7. Caulking/Weather-stripping
3.8. Duct/Air sealing
3.9. Building Insulation, Windows, Doors, Siding, Roofs
3.10. Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building
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Recommend an Improvement Road Map
Research and Secure Grants and Incentives for Project Work. Energy savings for work proposed are calculated using qualified computer software approved by the IRS. In-house project funding options and incentives are also available.
YES! All projects are developed in compliance with applicable local Building Codes and regulations. EES is an active member of NYSERDA and a member of US Green Building Council and is informed on all latest and pending new Legislation, regulations and incentive programs.
Permits, Building Plans and Funding.
Develop Project Plan that identifies all dependencies and create a construction timeline. Identify and secure resources, communicate project requirements and schedule to project team members and review for risks to successful completion. REVISE Plan to reduce budget/schedule risks.
Consistently manage to the plan. Monitor progress and report status as required. Update Project plan to reflect actual progress and identify emerging issues early. Escalate issues discovered to resolution quickly. This efficiently converts funds into the materials, manpower and equipment required to complete specification compliant projects, on time and on budget.
Document specification compliance of work performed as needed to secure release of grant and incentive funds from sponsor agencies. Provide On-going coaching, and training as requested to maintain efficient operation of building systems. Available to review and recommend preventive maintenance required and upgrades as available to maintain building at this level of operating efficiency.
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