Rsp Leed Study Group Ea- Week 3

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What is the INTENT of EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy Systems

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Verify that the building’s energy related systems are installed, calibrated and perform according to the owner’s project requirements, basis of design, and construction documents.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy Systems

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The following commissioning process activities shall be completed by the commissioning team: 1) Designate an individual as the Commissioning Authority (CxA) to lead, review and oversee the completion of the commissioning process activities. a) The CxA shall have documented commissioning authority experience in at least two building projects. b) The individual serving as the CxA shall be independent of the project’s design and construction management, though they may be employees of the firms providing those services. The CxA may be a qualified employee or consultant of the Owner. c) The CxA shall report results, findings and recommendations directly to the Owner.  d) For projects smaller than 50,000 square feet, the CxA may include qualified persons on the design or construction teams who have the required experience. 2) The Owner shall document the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR). The design team shall develop the Basis of Design (BOD). The CxA shall review these documents for clarity and completeness. The Owner and design team shall be responsible for updates to their respective documents. 3) Develop and incorporate commissioning requirements into the construction documents. 4) Develop and implement a commissioning plan. 5) Verify the installation and performance of the systems to be commissioned. 6) Complete a summary commissioning report.

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What is the INTENT of EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance

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Establish the minimum level of energy efficiency for the proposed building and systems.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance

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Design the building project to comply with both—

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What is the INTENT of EAp3: Fundamental Refrigerant Management

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Reduce ozone depletion.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAp3: Fundamental Refrigerant Management

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Zero use of CFC-based refrigerants in new base building HVAC&R systems. When reusing existing base building HVAC equipment, complete a comprehensive CFC phase-out conversion prior to project completion. Phase-out plans extending beyond the project completion date will be considered on their merits. Small HVAC units (defined as containing less than 0.5 lbs of refrigerant), and other equipment such as standard refrigerators, small water coolers, and any other cooling equipment that contains lessthan 0.5 lbs of refrigerant, are not considered part of the “base building” system and are not subject to the requirements of this credit.

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What is the INTENT of EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance

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Achieve increasing levels of energy performance above the baseline in the prerequisite standard to reduce environmental and economic impacts associated with excessive energy use.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance

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Select one of the three compliance path options described below. Project teams documenting achievement using any of the three options are assumed to be in compliance with EA Prerequisite 2. Current LEED projects are required to achieve at least two (2) points under EAc1. OPTION 1 — WHOLE BUILDING ENERGY SIMULATION (1–10 Points), OPTION 2 — PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE PATH (4 Points), OPTION 3 – PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE PATH: Advanced Buildings Core Performance Guide (2–5 Points)

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What is the INTENT of EAc2: On-Site Renewable Energy

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Encourage and recognize increasing levels of on-site renewable energy self-supply in order to reduce environmental and economic impacts associated with fossil fuel energy use.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc2: On-Site Renewable Energy

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Use on-site renewable energy systems to offset building energy cost. Calculate project performance by expressing the energy produced by the renewable systems as a percentage of the building annual energy cost and using the table below to determine the number of points achieved. Use the building annual energy cost calculated in EA Credit 1 or use the Department of Energy (DOE) Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) database to determine the estimated electricity use. (Table of use for different building types is provided in this Reference Guide.) 1 point for 2.5%, 2 points for 7.5%, 3 points for 12.5%

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What is the INTENT of EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning

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Begin the commissioning process early during the design process and execute additional activities after systems performance verification is completed.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning

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Implement, or have a contract in place to implement, the following additional commissioning process activities in addition to the requirements of EA Prerequisite 1 and in accordance with this Reference Guide:Designate an CxA who will conducts a min of one design review, review contractor submittals, develope a systems manual, verify the training proceedures, verify building operation within 10 months

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What is the INTENT of EAc4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management

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Reduce ozone depletion and support early compliance with the Montreal Protocol while minimizing direct contributions to global warming.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management

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OPTION 1 ;Do not use refrigerants. -OR -OPTION 2: Select refrigerants and HVAC&R that minimize or eliminate the emission of compounds that contribute to ozone depletion and global warming.

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What is the INTENT of EAc5: Measurement &Verification

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Provide for the ongoing accountability of building energy consumption over time.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc5: Measurement &Verification

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Both: 1-Develop and implement a Measurement & Verification (M&V) Plan consistent with Option D: Calibrated Simulation (Savings Estimation Method 2), or Option B: Energy Conservation Measure Isolation, as specified in the International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol (IPMVP) Volume III: Concepts and Options for Determining Energy Savings in New Construction, April, 2003. 2- The M&V period shall cover a period of no less than one year of post-construction occupancy.

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What is the INTENT of EAc6: Green Power

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Encourage the development and use of grid-source, renewable energy technologies on a net zero pollution basis.

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What are the REQUIREMENTS for EAc6: Green Power

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Provide at least 35% of the building’s electricity from renewable sources by engaging in at least a two-year renewable energy contract. Renewable sources are as defined by the Center for Resource Solutions (CRS) Green-e products certification requirements. DETERMINE THE BASELINE ELECTRICITY USE Use the annual electricity consumption from the results of EA Credit 1. - OR -Use the Department of Energy (DOE) Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) database to determine the estimated electricity use.

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How many prerequisites does Energy and Atmospherehave and what are they?

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3 - 1. Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy System 2. Minimum Energy Performance 3. Fundamental Refrigerant Management

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Which EA credits are Design submittals?

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EAp1 - Fundamental Commissioning, EAc3EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance, EAp3: Fundamental Refrigerant Management, EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance, EAc2: On-Site Renewable Energy, EAc4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management

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What are the benefits of Commissioning?

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Benefits of commissioning include reduced energy use, lower operating costs, reduced contractor callbacks, better building documentation, improved occupant productivity, and verification that the systems perform in accordance with the owner’s project requirements.

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What systems need to be commisioned for EAp1?

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Commissioning process activities shall be completed for the following energy-related systems, at a minimum:

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Who hires the Commissioning Agent?

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owners are required to use qualified individuals to lead the commissioning process. Qualified individuals are identified as those who possess a high level of experience in the following areas:

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What does the OPR refer to (EAp1).

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"The Owner's Project Requirements. The OPR should detail the functional requirements of a project and the expectations of the building’s use and operation as it relates to the systems to be commissioned.

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DEFINE Basis of Design (BOD)

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Basis of Design (BOD) includes design information necessary to accomplish the owner’s project requirements, including system descriptions, indoor environmental quality criteria, other pertinent design assumptions (such as weather data), and references to applicable codes, standards, regulations and guidelines.

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DEFINE Commissioning (Cx)

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Commissioning (Cx) is the process of verifying and documenting that the facility and all of its systems and assemblies are planned, designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained to meet the Owner’s Project Requirements.

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DEFINE Commissioning Plan

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Commissioning Plan is a document that outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the commissioning process.

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DEFINE Commissioning Report

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Commissioning Report is the document that records the results of the commissioning process, including the as-built performance of the HVAC system and unresolved issues.

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DEFINE Commissioning Specification

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Commissioning Specification is the contract document that details the commissioning requirements of the construction contractors.

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DEFINE Commissioning Team

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The Commissioning Team includes those people responsible for working together to carry out the commissioning process.

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DEFINE Installation Inspection

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Installation Inspection is the process of inspecting components of the commissioned systems to determine if they are installed properly and ready for systems performance testing.

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DEFINE Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR)

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Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) is a written document that details the functional requirements of a project and the expectations of how it will be used and operated.

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DEFINE Systems Performance Testing

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Systems Performance Testing is the process of determining the ability of the commissioned systems to perform in accordance with the owner’s project requirements, basis of design, and construction documents.

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ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004 full title

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ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004 (Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings).

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DEFINE Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are hydrocarbons that deplete the stratospheric ozone layer.

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DEFINE Baseline Building Performance

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Baseline Building Performance is the annual energy cost for a building design intended for use as a baseline for rating above standard design, as defined in ASHRAE 90.1-2004 Informative Appendix G.

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DEFINE Daylighting

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Daylighting is the controlled admission of natural light into a space through glazing with the intent of reducing or eliminating electric lighting. By utilizing solar light, daylighting creates a stimulating and productive environment for building occupants.

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DEFINE ENERGY STAR® rating

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An ENERGY STAR® rating is the rating a building earns using the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager to compare building energy performance to similar buildings in similar climates. A score of 50 represents average building performance.

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DEFINE Interior Lighting Power Allowance

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Interior Lighting Power Allowance is the maximum light power in watts allowed for the interior of a building.

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DEFINE Lighting Power Density (LPD)

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Lighting Power Density (LPD) is the installed lighting power, per unit area.

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DEFINE Percentage Improvement

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Percentage Improvement is the percent energy cost savings for the Proposed

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DEFINE Building Performance

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Building Performance versus the Baseline Building Performance.

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DEFINE Proposed Building Performance

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Proposed Building Performance is the annual energy cost calculated for a proposed design, as defined in ASHRAE 90.1-2004 Informative Appendix G.

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DEFINE Rated Power

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Rated Power is the nameplate power on a piece of equipment. It represents the capacity of the unit and is the maximum a unit will draw.

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DEFINE Receptacle Load

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Receptacle Load refers to all equipment that is plugged into the electrical system, from office equipment to refrigerators.

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DEFINE Biomass

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Biomass is plant material such as trees,grasses and crops that can be converted toheat energy to produce electricity.

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The Environmental Attributes of Green Power

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The Environmental Attributes of Green Power include emission reduction benefits that result from green power being used instead of conventional power sources.

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DEFINE Net Metering

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Net Metering is a metering and billing arrangement that allows on-site generators to send excess electricity flows to the regional power grid. These electricity flows offset a portion of the electricity flows drawn from the grid. For more information on net metering in individual states,

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DEFINE Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

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Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are a representation of the environmental attributes of green power, and are sold separately from the electrons that make up the electricity. RECs allow the purchase of green power even when the electrons are not purchased.

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DEFINE Basis of Design

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Basis of Design includes all information necessary to accomplish the owner’s project requirements, including weather data, interior environmental criteria, other pertinent design assumptions, cost goals, and references to applicable codes, standards, regulations and guidelines.

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DEFINE Commissioning

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Commissioning is the process of verifying and documenting that the facility and all of its systems and assemblies are planned, designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained to meet the Owner’s Project Requirements.

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DEFINE Commissioning Plan

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Commissioning Plan is a document that outlines the organization, schedule, allocation of resources, and documentation requirements of the Commissioning Process.

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DEFINE Commissioning Report

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Commissioning Report is the document that records the results of the commissioning process, including the as-built performance of the HVAC system and unresolved issues.

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DEFINE Commissioning Specification

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Commissioning Specification is the contract document that details the commissioning requirements of the construction contractors.

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DEFINE Installation Inspection

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Installation Inspection is the process of inspecting components of the commissioned systems to determine if they are installed properly and ready for systems performance testing.

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DEFINE Owner’s Project Requirements

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Owner’s Project Requirements is a written document that details the functional requirements of a project and the expectations of how it will be used and operated.

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DEFINE System Performance Testing

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System Performance Testing is the process of determining the ability of the commissioned systems to perform in accordance with the owner’s project requirements, basis of design, and construction documents.

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DEFINE Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are hydrocarbons that deplete the stratospheric ozone layer.

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DEFINE Halons

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Halons are substances used in fire suppression systems and fire extinguishers in buildings. These substances deplete the stratospheric ozone layer.

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DEFINE Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)

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Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are refrigerants that do not deplete the stratospheric ozone layer. However, some HFCs have high global warming potential and, thus, are not environmentally benign.

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DEFINE Refrigerants

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Refrigerants are the working fluids of refrigeration cycles that absorb heat from a reservoir at low temperatures and reject heat at higher temperatures.

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DEFINE Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)

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Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) are installations of equipment or systems, or modifications of equipment or systems, for the purpose of reducing energy use and/or costs.