If so, you may be interested to know how your actions affect the overall building energy efficiency. Here are some tips:
- Right size the building systems, especially the HVAC system, to meet the load profile.
- Optimize the building envelope for best efficiency.
- Choose the most suitable systems and equipment to match the load profile and building operations.
- Specify energy efficient equipment and components.
- Include energy efficient operating strategies.
- Ensure the systems are commissioned and balanced to operate efficiently.
- Conduct yearly balancing and checking to ensure the systems are operating as designed.
- Put in place a preventive maintenance program to identify defective components and operations promptly and take corrective action.