In one case study, building commissioning saved a building owner 36% on an annual energy bill of $550,000. large commercial building in a major metropolitan area. The building was constructed in the 1980s and had not undergone any significant upgrades since then. The building owner was interested in reducing energy costs and improving tenant comfort, so they hired a commissioning agent to evaluate the building's systems.
The commissioning agent discovered several issues with the building's HVAC system, including air leaks and improperly calibrated controls. Additionally, the building's lighting system was outdated and inefficient, with many bulbs burnt out or dim. The agent recommended several upgrades to the building's systems...