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Energy Monitoring--Objectives vs Results
Abstract
Universities, hospitals and similar
institutions, as well as manufacturers and
plants have implemented programs of
utility submetering. Submetering of
utilities is defined as the measurement of
energy at or near the point of use as
opposed to gross measurement of energy
coming into a building or facility.
Without exception, the results achieved
have met or exceeded expectations. Most
of the programs are continuing in an
expanding mode. Results of improvements
to the utilty distribution system can be
measured in reduced usage and improved
efficiency after submetering is in place.
Networking of this monitoring system
further enhances information collection
and analysis. When other factors such as
outside temperature and time of day are
included in the data base, an emerging
picture of energy usage for an entire
facility is developed.
A summary of highlights from several of
these programs will be discussed in terms
of what has been and is being
accomplished. The importance of the
commitment of both management and
technologists/operators becomes evident as
the initial objectives are achieved and
expanded to match the innovation and
skills of these professionals.
The programs highlighted represent a group
of progressive companies and institutions
which have joined a "savings club." We
are familiar with the savings clubs based
on the investment of capital, depending
strictly on interest to generate funds for
us. The kind of savings club to be
discussed in this paper, joins capital
with the more important human element to
generate significant savings in deferred
energy expenses. Steps necessary to "join
the club" are listed and the ingredients
of commitment and planning are discussed.
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Citation
McEver, R. M. Jr. (1986). Energy Monitoring--Objectives vs Results. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu). Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /92955.