Save money on energy bills while reducing the greenhouse impact of your business
We conduct Level 1 and Level 2 Energy Audits (AS/NZS 3598:2000) for a range of commercial properties including office buildings, shopping malls, apartment buildings and industrial sites. We are able to tailor an energy audit to suit your unique needs.
What is an energy audit?
An energy audit is a detailed assessment of your energy usage and provides an analysis of cost-effective energy efficiency opportunities to reduce your energy usage, your energy bills and your greenhouse emissions.
Which Energy Audit is right for you?
A Level 1 Energy Audit is an introductory level assessment for your property providing a lower level assessment of energy use and energy saving opportunities. It is useful as a first step investigation into cost-effective energy saving opportunities for your property.
A Level 2 Energy Audit provides a more detailed assessment of your pattern of energy usage and a more comprehensive energy saving and costing analysis. It includes an increased scope of assessment and greater detailed descriptions of relevant energy efficient technology. It is intended for sites that have some knowledge of energy efficiency and energy management and require a detailed assessment of opportunities to reduce their energy consumption.
Summary of typical Energy Audit deliverables
The following table is taken from the Australian Standard AS/NZ 3598:2000 (Appendix C). It illustrates the key deliverables of, and the differences between, a Level 1 and Level 2 Energy Audit. It is to be used as a guide only.
| Deliverables |
Level 1 |
Level 2 |
| Verbal report |
Yes |
Yes |
| Abbreviated report |
Yes |
No |
| Full analysis & report |
No |
Yes |
| Metering |
No |
Desirable |
| Formal presentation to senior managers |
No |
If requested |
| Provision of an itemized and prioritized list of recommendations to reduce energy consumption |
Short list of high priority actions |
Yes |
| Level of detail of recommendations for implementation |
Recommendations for further action, if relevant |
Recommendations with brief description of necessary works |
| Analysis of 24 months bills and comparison with benchmark |
Yes |
Yes |
| Preparation of monthly or seasonal energy consumption profiles |
Yes |
Yes |
| Preparation of energy consumption targets and indicators |
No |
Yes |
| Site visit and commenting on major wastes |
No |
Yes |
| Tariff analysis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Listing of major energy users |
No |
If relevant to audit |
| Model of energy use |
No |
If requested |
| Daily load curves for the site |
No |
Yes |
| Daily load curves for major plant |
No |
If requested |
| Measurement of light levels |
No |
Yes |
| Monitoring of temperature and other key indicators |
No |
No |
| Detailing key aspects of building fabric |
No |
Yes |
| Implementation specifications |
No |
If requested
(post audit activity) |
| Tariff negotiations with utilities |
No |
If requested
(post audit activity) |
| Bill monitoring for 18 months after report handover |
No |
If requested
(post audit activity) |
How much will it cost?
Every project is treated on an individual basis, costs will reflect the size and complexity of your site. We can tailor a package to suit your needs.
As a rough guide a Level 1 energy audit will cost between $500 and $2,000 and a Level 2 Energy Audit will cost between $2,000 and $5,000.
To obtain a quote fill in our online form, briefly outlining your property and requirements and a consultant will contact you shortly.
Want more information?
Have a look at our case study or contact us to discuss how an Energy Audit can help you manage and improve the energy efficiency of your business or property.
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