Benchmarking

Motivation / Problem Statement

Building managers need to understand how energy use compares with others and savings opportunities.

Activities / Approach

Analysis of California and national data — new tools.

Accomplishments / Outcomes

Improved ENERGY STAR^® models, found difference with California buildings, demonstrated new tool designs.

Future / Follow-on

Action oriented advanced tools in next phase.

Relationship to Other Projects

Commissioning, EnergyPlus Prototypes

Principal Investigator

• Mary Ann Piette
• (510) 486-6286
• with

• Evan Mills
• (510) 486-6784

• Paul Mathew
• (510) 486-5116