Energy audits

Co-funding is available for up to 40% of the cost of an energy audit (up to a maximum of $20,000). Eligible sites can get funding towards a detailed site audit or a system-focused investment-level audit – select the scope that suits your needs.

Audit providers are members of Carbon and Energy Professionals New Zealand (CEP). They work to standards approved by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA).

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Types of energy audits

Detailed energy audit (Type 2)

A detailed analysis of energy performance to quantify the full range of opportunities. It involves a comprehensive review and analysis of equipment systems, and operational characteristics of the whole facility, and makes quantified energy savings recommendations.

Precision energy audit (Type 3)

A detailed audit of specific subsystems, with additional data gathering and measurement to provide a higher level. They’re normally undertaken to support business cases for capital intensive upgrades that require more certainty around implementation costs and savings outcomes. Systems most suitable for a type 3 audit include compressed air, pump, fan and refrigeration systems.

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Public organisations or private sector businesses that emit more than 10,000 tonnes CO₂-e a year on stationary energy.

Contact your EECA Account Manager to discuss your requirements, or email us if you do not have an EECA Account Manager.

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