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Welcome to the Energy Audit Challenge tool (BETA)

This tool helps you assess the energy and water usage of your building. By filling out the sections below, you’ll gather important information about how your building uses resources like electricity, water, and heating. This will help you identify areas where you can save energy and reduce costs. ...

How to Use the Tool:

Fill Out Each Section:
- Answer Questions: Go through each section and answer the questions. These may include details about your building’s heating, cooling, water consumption, and more.
- Enter Data: If the tool asks for specific numbers, like how much water your faucets use, be sure to enter accurate data.
Check Your Progress:
- As you fill out each section, you’ll see your progress at the bottom of the page. Make sure to complete all sections to get the most accurate report.
Generate Your Report:
- When you’re done, click the “Download Energy Report” button. The tool will create a report that shows you how your building uses energy and water, and where you might be able to save.
Optional: Receive by Email:
- If you’d like a copy of the report emailed to you, enter your email address before downloading the report.

Why Use This Tool?

This tool is designed to help you understand how much energy and water your building uses. By finding ways to use less energy and water, you can help protect the environment and save money. Plus, it’s a great way to learn more about how buildings work!

Pre-Audit

Reference Sheet | Checklist

General Information

School Name:

Building Name: (Optional)

City/Town:

Province/Territory:

School Data

School Gross Floor Area (m²):

Electricity Greenhouse Gas Intensity (kg CO2/kWh):

Consumption Data

Natural Gas Consumption

Uses: Space Heating, Water heating

Month	Amount (m³)
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Year Total

GHG Emissions Factor (kg CO2/m³):

Price of Natural Gas (per m³):

Annual GHG Emissions (kg CO2):

Electricity Consumption

Uses: Lighting, Appliances

Month	Amount (KWh)
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Year Total

GHG Emissions Factor (kg CO2/kWh):

Price of Electricity (per kWh):

Annual GHG Emissions (kg CO2):

Water Consumption

Uses: Toilets, Faucets

Month	Amount (m³)
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Year Total

GHG Emissions Factor (kg CO2/m³):

Price of Water (per m³):

Annual GHG Emissions (kg CO2):

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Lighting

Reference Sheet | Checklist | NEC Guidelines

Behaviours and Controls

Behaviours Overview

Lights are turned off when a room is unoccupied:

Natural lighting is being used when possible:

Dimmers are being used when full lighting is not needed:

Controls Overview

Dimmers are installed in classrooms:

Dimmers are installed in staff rooms and offices:

Occupancy sensors control lighting in washrooms:

Occupancy sensors control lighting staff rooms and offices:

Daylight sensors or timers control outdoor lighting:

Artificial Lighting

Room Type	Type of Bulbs	Lighting controls present?	Number of Bulbs in Room	Total Light Wattage of Room (W)	Room Area (m²)	Lighting Power Density (W/m²) *	Recommended NECB Lighting Power Density	Lighting can be Reduced by

* Lighting Power Density (W/m²) = Total Light Wattage of Room (W) / Room Area (m²)

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Electrical Equipment

Reference Sheet | Checklist

Behaviours and Controls

Behaviours Overview

Computers are left on (or in sleep mode) overnight:

Printers/Copiers are left on overnight:

Staff members use personal space heaters:

Staff members use other personal powered devices in the classroom:

Staff members use other personal powered devices in staff rooms:

Controls Overview

Computers have power management settings enabled:

Printers/Copiers have power management settings enabled:

Other classroom electronics have power management settings enabled (Interactive whiteboards, tablets, etc.):

Vending machines power down when inactive:

Electrical Equipment Power Usage

Highlight equipment that is due for replacement or should be upgraded to more efficient models. Focus on common equipment such as computers, printers, or interactive boards.
Visit https://www.energystar.gov/productfinder/ to find ENERGY STAR rated products that could be potential energy saving upgrades

Room Type	Equipment Type	Amount	Wattage (W)	ENERGY STAR Rated	Potential Replacement Wattage	Power can be Reduced by

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Water Consumption

Reference Sheet | Checklist

Water Consumption

Low-Flow Rates for Each Fixture Type

The low-flow rates below are based on NRCan recommendations. Updated values can be found on the NRCan resources pages.

Fixture	Flow Rate	Units
Washroom Faucet		LPM
Kitchen Faucet		LPM
Showerhead		LPM
Toilet		L per Flush
Urinal		L per Flush

Washroom Faucets

Room #	Flow Rate	Unit

# of Uses per Day
Average Hand Wash Time (s)
Average Faucet Flow Rate (LPM)
Total Consumption (L)
Potential Savings (L)

Showers

Room #	Flow Rate	Unit

# of Uses per Day
Average Shower Time (min)
Average Showerhead Flow Rate (LPM)
Total Consumption (L)
Potential Savings (L)

Toilets

Room #	Flow Rate	Unit

# of Uses per Day
Average Toilet Flow Rate (L per Flush)
Total Consumption (L)
Potential Savings (L)

Urinals

Room #	Flow Rate	Unit

# of Uses per Day
Average Urinal Flow Rate (L per Flush)
Total Consumption (L)
Potential Savings (L)

Kitchen Faucets

Room #	Flow Rate	Unit

# of Uses per Day
Average Usage Time (s)
Average Faucet Flow Rate (LPM)
Total Consumption (L)
Potential Savings (L)

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Email Address: (Optional) Enter your email address to have a copy of your Energy Report sent directly to your inbox!

Overall Completion: