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What Every Building Manager Ought To Know About Retro-Commissioning

All buildings face an increasing deterioration in the overall performance and efficiency of their energy systems over time. As the building age and occupants change, it becomes very important for the owner to pay attention to building maintenance and operating functions. By neglecting to calibrate and integrate controls, putting off…

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Common Reductions In Energy Costs Through Retro-Commissioning

It’s well known that retro-commissioning is a useful energy-reducing procedure for many kinds of different buildings and facilities. It is often undertaken in properties such as hospitals, hotels, malls and other common indoor spaces. What makes retro-commissioning useful to building owners is more than just its ability to make a…

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Cost Savings From Retro-Commissioning Starts With The Inspection Process

Properties around Kansas City can benefit from retro-commissioning to keep from using more energy than is necessary. The cost savings that come with this procedure in particular start with the inspection process, which is done in order to identify inefficiencies, thereby ensuring that the property will not waste an excessive…

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The Empire State Building: A Retro-Commissioning Makeover

The Empire State Building, one of America’s most iconic structures, recently underwent a Retro-Commissioning makeover that created 252 jobs and reduced energy costs by more than $4 million a year. (more…)

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Retro-Commissioning Saves Money By Reducing Energy Wastage

The need to conserve energy is a rising concern worldwide and especially in America, where much of the aging buildings and infrastructure waste enormous amounts of energy because of inefficient operating systems. The consequences that result from these come in several forms: health hazards, safety problems, occupant comfort issues and…

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What Is Retro-Commissioning And Why Is It Important?

Retro-commissioning is the process of adjusting, tracking and fixing mechanical, electrical and control systems in a building in order to improve energy savings and reduce operating costs. According to the United States Department of Energy, heating, cooling and lighting needs account for more than 75% of energy consumption of most…

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Retro-Commissioning Provides Kansas City Businesses with Cost-Saving Advantages

The benefits of implementing a retro-commissioning program are centered on one key goal: how to save your business money. The process involves finding underperforming equipment and replacing or fixing it to make it operate the way it was meant to. The result is a reduction in energy usage in the…

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The Real Cost Savings and Benefits of Retro-Commissioning

Retro-commissioning is the process of monitoring, adjusting and troubleshooting electrical, control and mechanical systems in buildings already in use to enhance their energy performance. It includes a whole-building scope of testing and inspection regarding building envelope, life-safety systems, plumbing, lighting, electrical and HVAC. Retro-commissioning also includes checks for complete documentation…

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