Measurement and Verification
Some implemented energy conservation measures will require performance verification. For these measures, engineering companies develop a measurement and verification plan. The objective of this is to ensure new additions to any energy system are performing as expected and having the desired effect. Measurement & Verification equipment covered in this might include, but is not limited to:
- Boilers
- Cooling systems
- Variable speed drive applications
- Pumps
- Lighting systems
The equipment will be monitored using sensors and data collection equipment to determine energy efficiency curves. For example, in a typical test, the equipment is monitored for one week so varying conditions can be monitored. Then those efficiency curves will be compared to manufacturer’s published efficiency curves. During this phase, the company will require the following assistance from the operating staff of this facility:
- A copy of the manufacturer’s published performance curve for each device to be tested
- Manufacturer’s published standard operating conditions (so that any variations in the device’s immediate environment comply with manufacturer’s standards and will not cause spikes in energy consumption)
- Address, contact information, and procedures for accessing the facilities where the equipment is housed, since the enginerring company will need to work directly with the building/facility staff to determine which equipment to run during the test at what settings
At the end of the Measurement & Verification assessment, the engineering company typically prepares a brief report that presents the findings of the equipment tests. The manufacturer’s data is incorporated into the report for comparative purposes. This report will include a brief summary of findings.
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