Commissioning (Cx) / Retrocommissioning (RCx)

Front cover of ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management Building Re-tuning by Pacific Northwest National Library (PNNL) 

Re-tuning describes an approach to detect energy savings opportunities and implement low-cost changes for buildings with and without Building Automation Systems (BAS). Online training materials and publications are available to guide schools and other building types to improve both energy performance and occupant comfort. 

 

Front cover of report with titleFederal Energy Management Program Enhancing Performance Contracts with Monitoring-Based Commissioning

This report provides an overview of their capabilities, the MBCx process, and how MBCx can be integrated into—and benefit—each phase of a performance contract. This report is intended to spur increased use of MBCx in performance contracts, whether an agency has previously installed or is considering adding MBCx at the time of their project. Additionally, case studies illustrate successful experiences using MBCx within performance contracts at a university campus and across a large number of buildings managed by the General Services Administration.

Front cover of report with titleExisting Building Commissioning Best Practices

This document describes and defines best practices for conducting Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) projects, beyond minimum practices required to satisfy codes and standards. Best practice deliverables for each phase are listed at the end of their respective chapters.