Readers Please Note
The precise definitions of ASHRAE Energy Audit Levels 1, 2 and 3 in Procedures for Commercial Building Energy Audits, Second Edition, have been superseded by ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA Standard 211-2018, Standard for Commercial Building Energy Audits. While the descriptions of audit levels in this book are still relevant and useful, and the information in Part 2 is still good guidance on industry best practices for conducting energy audits, it is ASHRAE’s intention that Standard 211 be adopted as the final definition of those audit levels, as it provides more precise descriptions of those audit levels and was developed through an ANSI-compliant development process with the input of many industry professionals.

This reference defines best practices for energy survey and analysis for purchasers and providers of energy audit services. This full-color edition provides updated guidance and tools for energy consulting engineers, LEED professionals, real estate professionals, building owners and building managers. Expanded since its LEED-referenced 2004 publication, this book details energy auditing methods and provides new sample forms and templates that illustrate the content and arrangement of a complete, effective energy analysis report.

The second edition:

• Provides a reference guide for building owners, managers, and government entities as to what to expect from an audit
• Establishes guidelines for Levels 1, 2 and 3 of audit effort
• Shows how to conduct effective energy audits that lead to actionable audit reports
• Includes more than 25 guideline forms plus access to the online forms* in spreadsheet format for easy customization

*NOTE: Unlike its previous version, this second edition does not include a CD. For full access to the book's audit forms, follow the exclusive link provided on page XI of the preface in both the print and digital versions.