Selecting Projects

After completing an energy audit you should have a baseline rate of energy usage to which you can compare future use.  In order to have the best results it is important that you have at least one year of past usage and that the property is stabilized.  The next step is identifying projects that will increase efficiencies and lower the environmental impact of a property.  There are various ways to identify projects.  One strategy when dealing with a multiple property portfolio is to bring together a team from different disciplines or departments within a company to brainstorm ideas.  On-site staff can be an invaluable tool in this area because they are able to identify property specific opportunities.  The more individuals involved in the brainstorming process increases the diversity and out of the box ideas.