Purpose
Proper testing and adjusting is necessary to confirm systems were installed and operating as intended. Energy monitoring can help educate occupants how their choices impact performance. Systems monitoring can also provide notifications of system failures and can help optimize energy usage with respect to time of use or demand response utility programs. Documenting energy performance can also help with establishing financial value.
Strategies
When viable third-party building certifications are recommended.
Energy monitoring, dashboards, and smart controls are encouraged.
For buildings that haven’t reached zero energy return to step 6.