Degree day analysis is a way of analysing how much energy (gas or electric) is consumed or used in relation to the ambient outside air temperature. It is important to understand that if the correlation between energy usage (electric and gas) with the outside air temperature is weak, that this could indicate poor control and result in energy wa...
With business energy reduction high on the priorities list, companies are looking at all the ways to save energy. We’ve made a list of energy saving recommendations to give businesses somewhere to start. 1. Increase Energy Awareness Inform the staff and building users of how much energy really costs. This could appear on the compan...
Business energy reports contain invaluable information about businesses energy use. Business can use these energy reports to reduce their energy and save money. Efficiency Direct has been providing monthly energy reports to a portfolio of prestigious clients for over 10 years. Here we look at how business energy reporting has benefited thes...
An energy survey involves qualified engineers visiting a site or building to assess all areas of the building’s energy usage. They will look at where and when energy is being used, examine the BMS system and the building’s plant room. Further to this, an energy survey will normally include assessment of the lighting, heating and...
The UK government has announced that from October 2013 listed companies are required to measure and report on their annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. At present, this new legislation only affects UK incorporated companies whose equity share capital is officially listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange; or is officially l...
