Energy Audits and Energy Consultants

The article discusses the benefits of working with an energy consultant to reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency in condo communities. An energy consultant would analyze the building's utility bills and evaluate the building's internal systems, equipment, and insulation to identify areas for improvement. The energy audit can take weeks or months, and the condo board decides which recommendations to pursue. Depending on the financial situation, funding for upgrades may come from reserve funds or operations accounts, and a loan may be considered with repayment from energy savings.