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Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) are a procurement option that allows public entities to finance facility improvements with savings from future operations and maintenance budgets over terms of up to 20 years.
Load creep is a term that many in our industry use to describe an increase in energy use based on the assumption that energy loads increase naturally in buildings over time. However, Performance Services has never been able to identify it's existence.
The tools and technology used in M&V have changed and improved dramatically. Advanced M&V or “M&V 2.0” promises several advantages for building and energy managers, but has yet to realize its full potential.
By setting these three expectations with a qualified provider, you can ensure a valuable and fruitful building assessment.
Jim Beckmann discusses the connection between indoor environmental quality and student achievement.
There are more similarities than differences between private industry and public education.
