Plant-Wide Systems
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Improving the energy efficiency of plant-wide systems can lead to significant savings. Use the software tools, training, and publications listed below to improve performance and save energy.
Related System Areas
Consider improving the energy performance of the various systems used at industrial facilities.
- Compressed Air Systems
- Data Centers
- Fan Systems
- Motor Systems
- Process Heating Systems
- Pump Systems
- Steam Systems
Also review a range of projects, analyses, protocols, and strategies to reduce industrial energy intensity and carbon emissions in specific industries and technology areas.
Technical Publications
- LED Frequently Asked Questions
, May 2011 - LED Outdoor Area Lighting, June 2008
- LED Performance Specification Series: T8 Replacement Lamps, April 2010
- Demonstration Assessment of Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Freezer Case Lighting, October 2009
- 2010 U.S. Lighting Market Characterization, January 2012
- Building America Special Research Project: High-R Walls Case Study Analysis, revised June 2011
Tip Sheets
Case Studies
- Alcoa: C-Suite Participation in Energy Efficiency Increases Accountability and Staff Engagement Throughout the Organization, Mar. 2011
- Chrome Deposit Corporation Success Story, Feb. 2011
- Cook Composites and Polymers Company Achieves Superior Energy Performance Gold Certification, June 2011
- Eck Industries, Inc. Realizes Savings Through Smarter Lighting Solutions, Jan. 2011
- Flambeau River Papers Makes a Comeback With a Revised Energy Strategy, March 2010
- Freescale Semiconductor Successfully Implements an Energy Management Syste, June 2011
- Harbec Plastics: Project Profile for 750kW CHP Application
- Ingersoll Rand Discovers Hidden Savings with a Three-Tiered Energy Audit Model, Oct. 2010
- Lucasfilm: DOE Assessment Evaluates Energy Performance of Film and Entertainment Company Data Center, Oct. 2008
- Mid-South Metallurgical Makes Electrical and Natural Gas System Upgrades to Reduce Energy Use and Achieve Cost Savings, July 2011
- Nissan Showcases the Results of an Energy-Wise Corporate Culture, June 2010
- Owens Corning and Silicon Valley Power Partner to Make Energy Savings a Reality, March 2009
- Shaw Industries: Save Energy Now Assessment Helps Expand Energy Management Program at Shaw Industries, July 2008
- Solutia: Utilizing Sub-Metering to Drive Energy Project Approvals Through Data, July 2011
- Verizon: OE Assessment Identifies 30% Energy Savings for Broadband and Wireless Communication Company, Dec. 2008
- Volvo Trucks Achieves Lofty Energy and Carbon Goals, Mar. 2011
Assessments
Training
- Energy Management and Financing webcasts
- Mechanical Insulation Training
- Mechanical Insulation Education and Awareness E-Learning Series (online)
- Steam Tool Suite Training: 3E Plus© Insulation Tool (online)
- Training Calendar
- Events Calendar