Energy audit is the comprehensive analysis of the energy consumption of a facility. During energy audits, data are obtain from the characteristics of energy consuming systems and equipment and building envelope.
The reports of the energy audits will give details of how the energy consuming systems and equipment are performing and how your facilities are consuming energy. It will also show areas where energy is being wasted, where you need more energy and where energy can be saved.
With the implementation of energy audits reports, You will be able to increase energy efficiency and reduce cost.
Installation of low energy consumption devices, automation and regulation of energy consumption are ways by which energy consumption in a facility can be reduced.
You should pay great attention to the following in your home, because from these systems, energy can be constantly wasted and thereby increasing your energy bill:
- Mechanical & electrical systems;
- Lighting;
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning;
- Building envelope etc.
Energy audits are done by professionals with the use of technology. The energy audits equipment include blower door, infrared cameras etc.
Kazeem Olugbade, ProFM, is a facility management professional who has extensive knowledge and skills in the subject areas.
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