A middle school in northwestern Alberta is expected to save $40,000 a year after a scheduling error was identified and resolved. With only adjustments to the building automation system, the costs to find and fix the problem were paid off in a few months from electricity and fuel savings.
Automation
Five principles for building automation systems
Defining a set of principles for control systems improves communication and understanding between all stakeholders – from contractors to administration. The five principles for building automation systems were created by engineer David Sellers.
Scheduling for spring break saved K-12 district $4,500
School District 27 in British Columbia saved over $4,500 by adjusting the scheduling for its school facilities for the 2018 spring break. In 15 elementary schools and eight secondary schools, the schedules were set to accommodate reduced occupancy from March 19 to 22.
Ideas to improve comfort in school facilities
Lessons for school energy managers to improve comfort for students and staff using energy data analysis. Reduce energy costs while making indoor air quality better. Monitor and optimize laboratory ventilation systems, including fume hoods and the room’s negative pressure.
Recommissioning basics for school facilities
Recommissioning is the process of optimizing the systems in your facilities. Learn about the basics of the recommissioning cycle and get started today.
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