Extent of energy uses and related activities to be included in the energy audit as defined by the organisation in consultation with the energy auditor, which can include several boundaries. Example: Organisation, facility/facilities, equipment, system(s) and process (es). The energy audit scope can include energy related to transport.
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has developed this comprehensive Energy Audit Handbook as a step-by-step guide to energy auditing. We believe it will benefit all organisations considering or carrying out an energy audit; regardless of sector, size or experience.
No payment will be made in advance of receiving a satisfactory final energy audit as determined by the ’s project manager. Progress payments will be made upon receipt of draft and final energy audits submitted to and approved by the ’s project manager, based on time and materials.
For many of these tools, software applications are available online, which can save time when generating projections for the planned upgrade. Simple payback is by far the most common financial analysis tool used in the energy-auditing arena, but this may not always be the most appropriate tool.