E – 1133 Energy Conservation in Industrial and Commercial Environment

This course caters to Engineers, Technicians, Facilities Managers and other Professionals who are interested in enhancing their understanding of the concept of energy and utilities, and would like to learn means for reducing energy costs in an industrial or commercial setting. This course addresses usage, cost and conservation of energy in its more common forms such as electrical, compressed air, natural gas, steam and heat. This course will familiarize attendees with various ways for reducing energy cost through well planned, specific and results oriented projects. Some of such projects can be pursued in collaboration with and through sponsorship of local utility companies. Examples of energy conservation projects, in industrial settings, will be presented. Some of the myths associated with electricity and gas contracts will be exposed. Energy audits and tools needed to perform audits will be discussed. Practical examples of energy monitoring systems will be covered.