Energy audit deals with the study of consumption of energy and to control the wastage of energy to increase the efficiency of utility. It establish pattern of energy use; identify how and where loses are occurring; and suggest appropriate economically viable engineering solutions to enhance energy efficiency in the system studied.
The general methodology of energy auditing includes:
- Preliminary data analysis
- Measurement at site
- Data analysis
- Recommendations based on economic viability-short term, medium term & long-term measures.
- Report submission, discussion of recommendation with the client & finalizing the report with the client.