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Energy Audits Flashcards

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  1. Which ASHRAE audit level involves a detailed analysis of capital-intensive modifications and requires engineering calculations?

    Answer: Level III – Detailed Analysis of Capital-Intensive Modifications

    ASHRAE Level III audits involve detailed engineering calculations for capital-intensive modifications to identify their costs and savings.

  2. In an energy audit, what does the term 'energy use intensity' (EUI) measure?

    Answer: Energy consumption per square foot of floor area per year

    EUI is expressed in kBtu per square foot per year and allows comparison of energy performance across similar building types.

  3. A blower door test during an energy audit primarily quantifies which building characteristic?

    Answer: Air infiltration rate of the building envelope

    A blower door depressurizes the building to measure air leakage, expressed in CFM50 or ACH50, revealing envelope tightness.

  4. When benchmarking a facility against ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, a score of 75 or above indicates the building is:

    Answer: In the top 25% of energy performers among similar buildings

    An ENERGY STAR score of 75 or higher means the building performs better than 75% of similar buildings nationwide, qualifying it for ENERGY STAR certification.

  5. During a lighting audit, what is the purpose of measuring illuminance with a light meter?

    Answer: To verify that light levels meet recommended foot-candle standards for the task

    Measuring illuminance in foot-candles or lux verifies whether light levels meet IES recommended values for specific tasks and identifies over-lit or under-lit areas.

  6. Which document serves as the primary reference for minimum energy efficiency requirements for new commercial buildings in the US?

    Answer: ASHRAE 90.1 – Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential

    ASHRAE 90.1 sets minimum energy efficiency requirements for commercial buildings and is the reference standard used by most US energy codes.

  7. What is the primary purpose of a 'trending analysis' of utility bills during an energy audit pre-analysis phase?

    Answer: To identify seasonal patterns, anomalies, and changes in energy use over time

    Trending utility bills over 12–36 months reveals seasonal patterns, unusual spikes, and the impact of past operational changes before the site visit.