An Energy Audit is an inspection, survey and analysis of energy flows in a domestic or commercial building with the objective of understanding the energy dynamics of the building under study. Commercial Energy Audits are usually undertaken by businesses who wisely seek opportunities to reduce the amount of energy input into the building without negatively affecting the output(s) – for example carbon dioxide emissions, heat loss and so on. When the object of study is an occupied building such as an office or factory, then reducing energy consumption while maintaining or improving human comfort, health and safety are of primary concern. An Energy Audit does more than simply identifying the sources of energy use, it seeks to prioritise the energy uses according to the greatest to least cost effective opportunities for energy savings.

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