Creating Environmentally Sustainable Buildings ™

Common Energy Conservation Measures

What are some of the most common and most successful ECMs (Energy Conservation Measures)? Here is a list compiled by Energy Ace after looking back at a number of energy audits and energy programs. These are intended as retrofit ECMs but may also apply to new building projects. Also read about the Energy Star Program and our services of Energy Audits.

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Most common and most successful ECMs

Most common and most successful ECMs

Lighting

Lighting Retrofits
Exit Signs
Occupancy Sensors
Reflectors
Electronic Ballasts & T-8
Lighting Timers

Cooling

Replace Chillers
CHW Loop
New Condenser/compressors

Heating

Improved Boiler Controls
Modular Boilers
Insulate Exposed Ductwork
FCU/Radiator Control Valves
High Efficiency Furnaces
Heating Controls (timers, clock thermostats)
Hot Water Reset
Boiler Economizer
Add Dual-Fuel Capability

Envelope

Install Solar Film
Ceiling, Attic or Roof Insulation
Storm Windows & Doors
Wall Insulation
Floor Insulation

Electrical

High Efficiency Motors (7.5 Hp & up)
Two-speed Motors
Power Factor Correction

HVAC

VAV Retrofit
Energy Management System
OA Economizer
VSD Retrofits
Air-to-Air Heat Recovery
New AHUs

DHW

DHW System Timeclock
Insulate Tank
New Water Htrs

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