Retro-Commissioning (RCx)
Reduce energy costs and optimize your existing building with retro-commissioning services from Iconergy
Your vehicle needs periodic maintenance to perform optimally—and your building is no different
Energy systems are the “heart” of every workspace. Electrical systems keep the lights on, HVAC keeps you cool in the summer and warm in the winter, etc. If these systems aren’t monitored and maintained, they’ll fail. Chances are, that’s something you want to avoid when you’re running a business.
So, if you take your car to a mechanic, where do you go for a building tune-up? Well, you can count on us. Iconergy is Colorado’s only owned and operated energy services company, and making buildings clean, green, and efficient is our focus.
Whether your building is a few decades or a few years old, there’s a good chance your energy systems could benefit from maintenance—and retro-commissioning allows us to do exactly that. So, if you’ve been looking to optimize your workspace, and lower your energy costs, keep reading! We’ll explain everything you need to know about retro-commissioning work with Iconergy.
What is Retro-Commissioning (RCx)?
Retro-commissioning (RCx) is the process of evaluating, optimizing, and improving the performance of existing building systems and equipment to enhance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and functionality.
Our primary goal with any retro-commissioning project is to identify and address operational and maintenance deficiencies, mechanical issues, and system inefficiencies that may cause energy waste, occupant discomfort, and suboptimal performance.
A retro-commissioning project typically includes periodic energy audits and energy modeling at its foundation. These services allow us to understand your past, present, and projected energy use.
From there, we can recommend cost-effective upgrades, and even simulate projected energy savings before we make any upgrades to your building’s physical infrastructure.
Our Approach to Retro-Commissioning (RCx)
We utilize RCx holistically to analyze the entire building system, including HVAC, lighting, electrical, and other energy-consuming systems.
The beauty of RCx is its versatility. We don’t rush into retrofits and upgrades—instead, we focus on providing building data and creating a custom strategy, allowing you to make informed decisions from the get-go. Our general framework for RCx projects looks something like this:
Planning & Site Investigation
This stage involves identifying your goals, objectives, and project scope. We’ll review building documentation and original system designs, conduct interviews with building occupants, and identify potential energy-saving opportunities.
Analysis & Optimization
During this stage, we’ll perform a thorough review of your building’s systems. This includes the collection of data on energy use, occupancy patterns, temperature, humidity, and other factors that impact building performance. Following our audit, we’ll analyze the data collected during our energy audits and identify inefficiencies, operational issues, and areas for improvement.
Implementation
With potential energy-saving measures mapped out, our team will begin implementing solutions. Typically, this includes system upgrades, maintenance, and control optimization. Implementation may involve training building operators, technicians, and maintenance staff to ensure that the solutions are properly implemented and maintained well into the future.
Measurement & Verification
After our work is done, we’ll measure and verify the performance of all retrofitted systems to ensure that they meet the expected energy savings and performance improvements.
Why is Retro-Commissioning Important?
There are numerous benefits to a retro-commissioning project with Iconergy. Of course, energy savings stand out, but there’s much more to RCx! Retro-commissioning can totally reshape your workspace, increase comfort levels, and even improve productivity.
Key Benefits of Retro-Commissioning with Iconergy
In addition to the below, retro-commissioning can also provide other benefits, such as increased building value, lower maintenance costs, and improved sustainability. Our diverse approach to RCx projects means you can pick and choose energy upgrades to maximize savings on a budget-friendly basis.
Energy Savings
This stage involves identifying your goals, objectives, and project scope. We’ll review building documentation and original system designs, conduct interviews with building occupants, and identify potential energy-saving opportunities.
Increased Indoor Environment Quality
Retro-commissioning can identify and address indoor air quality issues, such as poor ventilation, temperature, and humidity control. This often leads to improved occupant comfort, health, and productivity.
Increased Equipment Lifespan
Retro-commissioning can help identify and address equipment issues that reduce the lifespan of your equipment. By implementing the recommended maintenance practices, we aim to prolong the lifespan of your equipment, which may lead to reduced costs.
Improved Building Functionality
Retro-commissioning can identify and address issues impacting building functionality, such as lighting and control systems.
Regulatory Compliance
Retro-commissioning can help you comply with local, state, and federal regulations related to energy consumption and indoor environmental quality.
Cut Your Energy Costs by 10% (up to 50%) with Retro-Commissioning Services from Iconergy
Retro-commissioning is an outstanding option if you’re looking to optimize building performance, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor environmental quality, and save money.
We recognize that there isn’t a “one size fits all” approach to energy services, and that’s what makes RCx so valuable.
We provide energy services that work for your needs and your budget—not the other way around. By the end of your RCx project, our goal is to leave you with a building that will perform optimally for years to come. And with a number of successful RCx projects already completed, there’s no energy problem that our team can’t solve.
So, why not start working toward cleaner, greener, lower-cost energy today?
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