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A properly conducted Energy Audit will provide you the data needed to fully understand where your energy goes and identify specific savings opportunities in your facility. You may find that some of your potential energy savings opportunities, such as adding insulation or installing occupancy sensors in your offices, have local, state, and/or federal tax incentives that could improve the business case you will build for each retrofit idea.

We are committed to providing our clients valuable information for reducing their energy consumption on their own, but we can tailor an Energy Audit to meet your specific needs and/or budget when a more rigorous approach is appropriate. PCI can provide all aspects of an Energy Audit, from the most basic feasibility study, to a detailed energy savings and financial analysis, through recommendations and implementation.

Conducting an Engergy Audit:

Step 1 – Assign Responsibility
You can do it yourself (DIY), hire PCI, or do a combination of both. There are pros and cons to each method.
DIY:	Pros – Save money; Increase employee engagement; Get to know your building
	Cons – Missed opportunities; Limited tools; Limited analyses; Limited Scope

PCI:	Pros – Professional training and experience in all aspects of an Energy Audit; Latest equipment/reporting/simulation tools
	Cons – Initial investment required, Less hands-on building knowledge for staff

Combined:	Pros – Save money; Increase employee engagement; Get to know your building
	Cons – Missed opportunities; Limited tools; Limited analyses; Limited Scope

Step 2 – Gather Data
1. 12 months of utility bills
2. Building systems information. The 'Big Four' are as follows:
	Lighting – types of fixtures, total wattage, control systems and operating hours, etc. Building Envelope – square footage, location of doors and windows, type of insulation, etc. HVAC – total heating and cooling capacities, equipment efficiencies and age, controls, etc. Motors and Equipment – size and efficiency ratings of motors, refrigeration equipment, compressors, etc.
3. Interview employees to capture their ideas
4. If you decide to do it yourself, click here to view the ASHRAE Forms you will need to help you get started.

Step 3 – Analyze Data
Utilize tools such as Energy Star’s Portfolio Manager to evaluate how your facility compares to other similar facilities. You will find additional forms, savings tips, and rules of thumb on this page.

Step 4 – Implementation
At this point in the audit, it is time to put in action the opportunities that have been identified to provide an acceptable return on investment.
Finalize project scope, budget and schedule Determine which projects can be completed in-house, and which require design/bid/construction Prioritize the list of projects Include projects in future capital budgets

		Energy Audit Forms Do-It-Yourself energy audit forms to help you perform your own energy audit
		Energy Star Energy Star's Portfolio Manager assists in tracking your energy consumption

		Interior Lighting Easy ways to reduce costs related to interior lighting
		Steam Systems Reduce energy consumption with modifications to steam systems
		Vending Machines A simple way to reduce energy costs
		Compressed Air Systems Lower energy consumption costs related to compressed air systems

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		HVAC Evaluate Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) system components, identifying opportunities for energy conservation through replacement and/or upgrade.

		Electrical Evaluate and identify energy conservation opportunities in lighting systems & controls, motor efficiencies & power factor correction

		Building Envelope Identify energy savings related to the building walls, roofs & openings.

		Water Conservation Identify fixtures & other water consuming equipment that present an opportunity to decrease water use.

		Building Automation Optimizing system efficiencies through a whole building integrated control system.

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