When analyzing the energy efficiency and power status of a structure, whether it’s new or old, big or small, futuristically efficient or embarrassingly wasteful, there are two options that are widely regarded as the most prevalent among stakeholders. These are technical commissioning and process commissioning. (more…)
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A Building Automation System (BAS) is a vast web of interlinked hardware and software that ensures that a structure’s internal environment stays comfortable, safe, efficient and monitored. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lights, blinds, safety fail-safes and all the equipment and power behind them are pieces of the BAS puzzle. On…
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Despite their growing popularities among building owners, the difference between existing building commissioning and ongoing commissioning still seems vague to many building owners and facility managers. The following information sheds some light on the differences between these practices. Retro-commissioning, also called Existing Building Commissioning or EBCx, deals with work exclusive…
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Energy Star-certified properties have more than doubled over the last three years in Minneapolis-St. Paul, claims a Great Plains Institute report published in October 2013. The lion’s share of the certifications in the area are represented by three categories: office buildings (35 percent of certifications), K-12 schools (28 percent) and…
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Between heating, cooling, lighting, electronics and various medical devices, U.S. health care facilities spend a staggering $8.8 billion every year on energy alone. That equates to the average hospital spending more than $675,000 on energy costs annually, exceeding the per-building energy costs of any other type of building by a…
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When most people hear the words “Energy Star,” they think of energy-efficient home appliances. But Energy Star is about much more than super-quiet dishwashers and high-performance water heaters; it’s also a commercial building certification program. (more…)
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Retro-commissioning your existing facility with Energy Star equipment will save you energy and money, and your marketing department can capitalize on the opportunity as well. Even if marketing already has campaigns designated for Q1 2014, it can always benefit from a backup or a secondary campaign. Existing building commissioning (EBCx)…
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Chillers are critical to the daily function of a health facility. But what’s even more important than having chillers in hospitals or clinics? Having the right chiller. Reliability, efficiency, and facility fit all have to be considered before going chiller shopping. The right chiller can make all the difference in…
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