IEPEC Pre-conference Workshop
8 June 2010


Monitoring as Used for the Determination and Evaluation of Energy Efficiency Resources and Demand Reduction: An Introduction to the Process Including an Overview of the Pitfalls and Major Challenges

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Description:  This class will describe the application of field monitoring to the determination and evaluation of both energy efficiency and demand reduction programs. A wide range of data and program types will be discussed. The objective is to help the participants understand how to achieve a monitoring project that results in a usable product. The class will have an emphasis on the practical aspects and knowledge necessary for successful implementation of a monitoring project following this general outline:

1. Assess metering objectives
2. Develop monitoring plan to inform objectives
3. Review, respect, and adhere to established protocols
4. Nuts and bolts: Measurement hardware
5. Tips, tricks, strategies, and potential traps
6. Methods for compiling large amounts of data
7. Analysis techniques and insights