A BMS typically includes some M&V capabilities. In buildings with these systems planned or already installed, the cost premium for M&V should be smaller than the percentages given above.

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A BMS typically includes some M&V capabilities. In buildings with these systems planned or already installed, the cost premium for M&V should be smaller than the percentages given above.

Studies find that, for new construction the combined cost of the installed equipment and the first year of monitoring is less than 1% of the total project cost for buildings larger than 150,000 ft2, and less than 1.5% for smaller buildings. 

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Studies find that, for new construction the combined cost of the installed equipment and the first year of monitoring is less than 1% of the total project cost for buildings larger than 150,000 ft2, and less than 1.5% for smaller buildings. 

Studies find that, for retrofits, M&V costs average no more than 5% of the total project cost. Operational costs appear to be, on average, less than 10% of the savings associated with a retrofit.  

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Studies find that, for retrofits, M&V costs average no more than 5% of the total project cost. Operational costs appear to be, on average, less than 10% of the savings associated with a retrofit.  

As the LEED Reference Guide states, the accuracy and cost of an M&V program is influenced by:The level of detail and effort associated with verifying post-construction conditionsThe number and type of metering pointsThe duration and accuracy of meteri

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As the LEED Reference Guide states, the accuracy and cost of an M&V program is influenced by:

The level of detail and effort associated with verifying post-construction conditions
The number and type of metering points
The duration and accuracy of metering activities
The number and complexity of dependent and independent variables that must be measured or determined on an ongoing basis
The availability of existing data collection systems (e.g., energy management systems)
The confidence and precision levels for the analyses.

The cost implications for ECM isolation depend upon the number of meters installed and how complicated the metered mechanical and electrical systems are.  

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The cost implications for ECM isolation depend upon the number of meters installed and how complicated the metered mechanical and electrical systems are.  

If possible, include the facility operations staff in your discussion of financial benefits and operational requirements. Ideally, obtain their buy-in from the beginning of the project, as they will be key to realizing energy savings through M&V.&nbsp

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If possible, include the facility operations staff in your discussion of financial benefits and operational requirements. Ideally, obtain their buy-in from the beginning of the project, as they will be key to realizing energy savings through M&V. 

The highest return on investment for an M&V program occurs when the system operates over the life of the building. 

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The highest return on investment for an M&V program occurs when the system operates over the life of the building. While the credit does not require a specific duration of the M&V effort, at least one year post occupancy is recommended.

An M&V program generally includes both sensors—which measure the energy volume and rate of flow, watts of energy draw, temperature, length of time, and other variables—and a central processor, which stores the collected information and helps building

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An M&V program generally includes both sensors—which measure the energy volume and rate of flow, watts of energy draw, temperature, length of time, and other variables—and a central processor, which stores the collected information and helps building managers interpret it. A BMS typically includes the central processor needed for M&V, but not all of the sensors or additional programming to tally energy use and track patterns. However, adding these pieces to a BMS should pose little difficulty.

Permanent submetering or a building management system (BMS) is not necessary—you can chose to have a combination of utility analysis, spot metering, and permanent metering instead. However, these methods do not provide as detailed information as a BMS, an

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Permanent submetering or a building management system (BMS) is not necessary—you can chose to have a combination of utility analysis, spot metering, and permanent metering instead. However, these methods do not provide as detailed information as a BMS, and may not help you determine the source of unanticipated energy consumption. 

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