Energy Management Essentials: Auditing, Management & Optimization

Energy Management Essentials: Auditing, Management & Optimization at AHR Expo 2026

All registered participants will receive the presentation slides in advance to help them prepare for the session. A recording will also be provided after the session concludes.

This dynamic 4-hour session equips building professionals with foundational knowledge in energy auditing, strategic energy management, and performance optimization. Participants will explore industry standards, auditing procedures, data analysis techniques, and practical tools to reduce energy waste, enhance sustainability, and align with evolving decarbonization and resiliency goals. Through scenario-based learning and actionable insights, attendees will gain the skills to drive measurable improvements in building performance and energy strategy.

What You'll Gain:

Understand Energy Management & Auditing Fundamentals: Grasp the principles of energy efficiency, sustainability, and audit levels (ASHRAE 1, 2, 3).
Apply Industry Standards & Regulations: Navigate key codes, standards (e.g., ASHRAE 211-2018), and local ordinances shaping energy practices.
Leverage Data for Strategic Decision-Making: Use benchmarking, utility rate analysis, and modeling to prioritize energy-saving opportunities.
Evaluate Efficiency Measures & Calculate Impact: Identify and assess Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs) and Facility Improvement Measures (FIMs) using sample calculations and performance metrics.
Plan Energy Projects with Future Readiness: Integrate auditing insights into project planning while considering trends in decarbonization, resiliency, and indoor environmental quality (IEQ).

Who Should Attend:

Energy Managers
Commissioning Providers
MEP Engineers
Facility / Property Managers
O&M Staff
Building Owners
Architects
Other Building Professionals

Course Topics:

Energy Fundamentals & Waste Reduction
ASHRAE Audit Levels: Scope, Procedures, and Reporting
Codes, Standards & Regulatory Landscape
Benchmarking, Baseline Establishment & Utility Rate Analysis
Identifying & Evaluating EEMs and FIMs
Scenario-Based Calculations: Lighting, VFDs, Envelope Improvements
Modeling & Metrics for Energy and Cost Savings
Future Trends: Decarbonization, Resiliency, IEQ, and Security

Need Help? Unsure how to navigate reimbursement?
Email: info@energymgmt.org

Exam

After the seminar, candidates with approved applications are sent instructions on how to schedule an exam at one of 900 local testing centers. This seminar is also available to non-candidates for education purposes.

Your Instructor

Kevin has 30+ years of experience developing mechanical retrofit projects focused on energy conservation and sustainability. He has developed more than $1 Billion in performance contracts across MUSH and Federal markets. As an ABM Expert Advisory Council appointee, he helps clients achieve energy and decarbonization goals. As an Aerospace Engineer from Auburn, he serves as EMA Treasurer and is active in ASHRAE.

Questions?

For more information contact EMA Headquarters at 202 737-1334 or email: info@energymgmt.org

Energy Management Essentials: Auditing, Management & Optimization