We developed a Strategic Energy Plan framework for the Zoo, which describes the technical and business opportunities available to the Zoo on energy. Subsequently, we performed a campus energy audit to identify 14 individual energy efficiency opportunities, which could further decrease campus energy use by about 10%. We then performed a retro-commissioning study of one of the largest energy using facilities on campus to institutionalize knowledge of the facility’s design intent, current operation, ideal operation, etc.

We are currently helping the Zoo to understand the weather-normalized energy, water, emissions, and cost savings of its efforts since 2005 as the campus has increased its built environment by about 30%, annual attendance has increased, and utility costs have significantly changed.