30% of commercial building energy usage is wasted... discover the best way to identify savings opportunities
Certified energy auditors are experts in identifying building-specific energy savings opportunities. On-site assessments enable thorough analyses that identify specific areas for improvement that are not possible to assess remotely. Energy audits focus on diagnosing the greatest sources of energy waste and associated remediation steps. The outcome is a reduction in operating expenses and carbon footprint.
Assessments can reduce energy bill expenditures by 5 - 30%.
Tips for an impactful energy audit:
- Contract a certified, local auditor that specializes in commercial buildings. A quick web search will connect you with top local organizations.
- Energy efficiency improvements are eligible for tax deductions. 50% energy savings qualify for $1.00 per square foot deductions and $0.50 per square foot for 25% energy savings. More program details can be found here.
- Receive a thermographic inspection. Thermographic tools use infrared cameras to analyze temperature discrepancies that signal missing or poorly installed insulation.
- Schedule a blower door test. These tests identify areas of air leakage and poor insulation that result in overuse of air conditioning and heating systems.
- An inventory of all energy-consuming equipment (HVAC systems, lighting, office equipment, etc.) can identify not just inefficiencies but also opportunities for upgrades to more energy-efficient models.
- An accurate energy audit requires understanding intraday electricity usage. Luckily Altus IQ has you covered with our real-time consumption sensors that display live, exportable data on our platform. If you haven't taken advantage of this industry-leading offering yet, contact our team at: experience@altuspower.com
- It's important that building management stakeholders are involved to provide any daily operations insights that affect energy usage. Their cooperation also facilitates the implementation of energy-saving practices and behavioral changes post-audit.
- Professional audits are required to receive building sustainability certifications such as LEED and Energy Star.