Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
The process includes:
- Reviewing utility bills
- Assessment of property
- Recommendations of products
- Quantified water and energy savings
- Payback period once the cost of installation is determined
A review of utility bills, assessment of fixtures, and a holistic review of water use is the answer. By comparing current water use to the specified water use through a model, the amount of loss can be calculated, showing the water loss and its cost. Recommendations include monitoring real-time water use, fixture upgrades, and implementing technologies. Solutions are fulfilled through partnerships with other organizations.
Audits are available at 3 levels:
- Level 1: Incorporates 2 years of utility bills, occupancy, and all metered water use into a model with a summary showing water currently used, water savings, and the cost of the water saved. (Possible site visit)
- Level 2: Incorporates 2 years of utility bills, occupancy, and all metered water use into a model with a summary, product recommendations, and payback period. (Limited site visit with measurement and verification)
- Level 3: Incorporates 2 years of utility bills, occupancy, and all water use into a model with a summary, product recommendations, and payback period (Complete site visit with measurement and verification). Investment grade
Model Integrates:
- Toilet Retrofits /Replacements
- Urinal Retrofits/Replacements
- Faucet Retrofits
- Showerhead Replacements
- Domestic Hot Water Energy Savings
- Janitorial Savings
- O&M Savings
- Pre-rinse Sprayer Retrofit
- and more…
Additional Models:
- Rainwater Harvesting
- Irrigation
- Cooling Towers
- Commercial Laundries
- Condensate Production
Process:
An audit is conducted and priced based on the Level chosen and the size of the property. After the audit process is complete, we can use your plumbing firm or one we help find to complete the project. Assistance can be provided to choose the best products and oversee installation.