WHAT IS ENERGY AUDIT?

Energy AUDIT
Energy Audits can be considered as the first step towards understanding how energy is
being used in a given facility. It indicates the ways in which different forms of energy are
being used and quantifies energy use according to discrete functions. Energy audits do ENERGY SCENARIO IN INDIA
not provide the final answer to the problem. They identify where the potential for
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improvement lies and, therefore, where energy management efforts must be Economic growth is desirable for developing countries, and energy is essential for
economic growth. However, the relationship between economic growth and increase Both the organization and energy auditing firm have roles for
concentrated. energy demand is not always a straightforward linear one. successful implementation of energy efficiency projects.
ENERGY AUDIT DEFINATION AS PER ENERGY CONSERVATION ACT- Strategic planning by organization aiming for energy
Massive investment in energy sector is required to deliver a sustained GDP (Gross
2001 Domestic Product) growth rate of 8.0 % till the year 2031-2032. The requirements of conservation through energy audit is of most importance for
energy sector are: attaining long term gain of cost competitiveness and
“ENERGY AUDIT” MEANS THE VERIFICATION, MONITORING AND ANALYSIS OF •Growth in primary energy supply by 3-4 times over current consumption. environment protection
USE OF ENERGY INCLUDIG SUBMISSION OF TECHNICAL REPORT CONTAING •Increase in electricity installed capacity by 6-7 times Active involvement of people, company wide campaigning on
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH COST •Increase in annual coal requirement by nearly 3 times over the current demand. energy conservation and to create the competitive environment
BENEFIT ANALYSIS AND AN ACTION PLAN TO REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION.” in interdepartmental with suitable reward system
TYPES OF ENEGY AUIDT AND APPROACH Mission and vision must be written and place every in the
NEED FOR ENERGY AUDIT company to motivate employee
Awareness accepting reality are some of the steps for
The type of energy audit to be performed depends on the type of industry, the depth to
spearheading energy saving schemes
In any industry, the three top operating costs are often found to be energy both (Electrical which final audit is needed, and the potential and magnitude of cost reduction desired.
Use modern latest energy efficient technology
& Thermal), Labor and materials. Among the three, energy has the highest potential for Thus energy audit can be classified into the following types :
cost reduction. Energy audit will help to understand more about the ways energy is used
in the industry, and help in identifying the areas where waste can occur and where scope •Preliminary Audit
for improvement exists. Such an audit program will review variations in energy costs, •Targeted Energy Audit REPLACEMENT OF RECIPROCATING COMPRESSOR WITH
availability and supply of energy, decide on appropriate energy mix, identify energy •Detailed Energy Audit NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT SCREW COMPRESSOR
conservation technologies, retrofit for energy conservation equipment etc. In general,  
energy audit is the translation of conservation ideas into realities, by evolving technically EXISTING SYSTEM;
•PRELIMNARY ENERGY AUDIT:
feasible solutions with economic and other organizational considerations within a Sector : Commercial Shopping Mall
specified time.  
Preliminary Energy Audit, which is also known as Walk-Through Audit and Diagnostic Present operating capacity of Compressor : 440 TR
Audit, is a relatively quick exercise and uses existing, or easily obtained data. The  
Ten Steps Methodology for Conduction Detailed Energy Audit scope of preliminary energy audit is to: Present Power consumption of Reciprocating Compressor : 352
•Establish energy consumption in the organization (Sources: Electricity bills) KWH
•Obtain related data such as production for relating with energy consumption  
STEP NO. PLAN OF ACTION PURPOSE / RESULTS •Estimate the scope for energy savings Present Specific power consumption of the Reciprocating
PHASE I – PRE AUDIT PHASE •Identify the most likely and the easiest areas for attention (Unnecessary lighting, compressor : 0.9 KW/TR
STEP 1 - Plan and Organize - Establish / organize a Energy Audit Team
Leakages etc.)  
- Walk Through Audit - Organize Instruments & time Frame
•Identify immediate improvements / savings ENERGY MEASURING
- Informal Interview - Type of Industry Operating hours of the compressor : 14 Hours/Day
with Energy Manager, - Familiarization with process/plant Activities •Set up base line for energy consumption   INSTRUMETS (TOOLS) FOR
Production / Plant - Assessment of current operation and practices
Manager
•Identify areas for detailed study / measurement Operating days/year : 350 Days/Year ENERGY AUDIT
 
Unit (Electricity) cost : Rs. 6 / KWH
•TARGETED ENERGY AUDIT:   Electrical Parameter Measuring
STEP 2 - Introductory Meeting - To built up co-operation and rapport Present total power consumption : 352 x 14 Instruments (Power Analyzer)
with all divisional - Orientation, awareness creation
heads and persons - Issue questionnaire tailored for each : 4928 KWH/Day
concerned with department Targeted energy audits often results from preliminary audits. They provide data and  
energy management detailed analysis on specified target projects. For Example, an organization may target its Combustion Flue Gas Analyzer
After Replacement of the reciprocating compressor with
lighting system or boiler system or process or steam system or compressed air system screw compressor
with a view of effecting energy savings. Targeted audits therefore involve detailed surveys  
of the target subjects and analysis of the energy flows and cost associated with the PROPOSED SYSTEM:
PHASE II – AUDIT PHASE Ultrasonic Flow Meter
STEP 3 - Primary data - Historic Data collection and analysis for setting targets. Final outcome is the recommendations regarding actions to be taken.  
gathering, process up Baseline Energy Consumption Proposed capacity of compressor : 440 TR
flow diagram and - All service utilities system diagram (e.g
Energy Utility Electrical distribution, Water & Compressed
 
Diagram Air System etc. •DETAILED ENERGY AUDIT: Proposed Specific Power Consumption after Replacement of Contact Thermometers
- Prepare process flow charts reciprocating compressor With screw compressor : 0.6 KW/TR
- Schedule of operation
- Energy Consumption Pattern (refer manual,  
Detailed Energy Audit is a comprehensive audit and results in detailed energy project
Log sheet etc.) Proposed power of screw compressor after Replacement : 264 Non Contact Infrared
implementation plan for a facility, since it accounts for the energy use of all major
KWH/Day Thermometer
STEP 4 - Conduct Survey and - Measurements : Motor Survey, Insulation, equipment. It considers the interactive effects of various projects and offers the most
monitoring lighting, Confirm and compare operating data  
accurate estimate of energy savings and cost. It includes detailed energy cost saving
with design Proposed total power consumption : 264 x 14
calculations and project implementation costs.
STEP 5 - Conduct Detailed - Trials / Test :  
One of the key elements in a detailed energy audit is the energy balance. This is based on
Trails / Test for - 24 Hours power monitoring (Voltage, Current, : 3696 KWH/Day Speed Measurement
selected major energy Power, Power factor etc) an inventory of energy-using systems, assumptions of current operating conditions,
 
equipment - Load variations trends in pumps, fan, measurements and calculation of energy use.
compressors etc Estimated saving potential : 4928 – 3696
- Boiler Efficiency trials
Detailed Energy Auditing is carried out in three phases:
- Furnace Efficiency Trials •Pre Audit Phase Lux Meter
- Equipments Performance test etc. •Audit Phase : 1232 KWH/Day
•Post Audit Phase  
STEP 6 - Analysis of Energy - Energy and Material balance Annual Energy Saving : 1232 KWH/Day x 350 Day/year x 6
Use - Energy loss / waste Analysis A Comprehensive ten-step methodology for conducting detailed energy audit is suggested Smart Energy Meter
Rs/KWH
STEP 7 - Identification and - Conceive, develop and refine ideas as follows. However, methodology is flexible and can adapted depending upon the industry
Development of - Review ideas suggested by unit personnel  
Energy Conservation - Review ideas suggested in previous energy audit
concerned.
(ENCON) report if any
Opportunities - Use brainstorming and value analysis Estimated investment for replacement : Rs. 25,87,200 / Annum Thermography
techniques
- Contact vendors for new / efficient technology BENEFITS OF ENERGY AUDIT & CONSERVATION
: Rs. 15,00,000
STEP 8 - Cost Benefit Analysis - Assess technical feasibility, Economic Viability
and prioritization of ENCON options for INDUSTRY Simple payback with : Investment / Annual saving X 12
implementation •Reduced Energy Bill NATION months
- Select most promising projects •Reduced Energy Imports
•Increased Competitiveness : 6.95 Months
- Prioritize by low, Medium, long term measures •Avoided costs can be used for poverty reduction
•Increased Productivity
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•Conservation of limited resources
STEP 9 Reporting and - Documentation, Drat Report Presentation to •Improve Quality
Presentation to the the Top Management •Improved energy security
•Increased Profit
Top Management - Final Report Preparation on feedback from unit

PHASE III – POST AUDIT PHASE GLOBLE

STEP 10 - Implementation and - Implementation of ENCON recommendation •Reduced Green House Gas (GHG) and other emissions
Follow up measures and monitor the performance •Maintain a sustainable environment
- Action plan, Schedule for Implementation
- Monitoring and Periodic review