Retro-Commssioning by Sumac Inc
Pitch
Existing buildings show a median commissioning cost of US$.27 per ft2, energy savings of 15%, and a simple payback period of .7 years.
Description
Summary
With retro-commissioning, we could reduce energy use in our building stock by 15%. The low cost of retro-commissioning makes it accessible to any property and could dramatically reduce enegy use and thus carbon emmissions.
Category of the action
Building efficiency: Physical Action
What actions do you propose?
Retro-Commissioning
Who will take these actions?
Energy services firms
Where will these actions be taken?
Globally
How much will emissions be reduced or sequestered vs. business as usual levels?
15%
What are other key benefits?
Reduced operations cost, improved quality inside buildings, and higher property values
What are the proposal’s costs?
Vary
Time line
Now
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References
http://www.energystar.gov/buildings/sites/default/uploads/tools/EPA_BUM_CH5_RetroComm.pdf?056d-c2bf