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Energy & Sequence Optimization

We tune sequences, schedules, setpoints, and trends to reduce energy waste, document the results, and support the compliance review in scope. We also help identify and pursue eligible utility rebates.

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From equipment to operatorConcept diagram
Building equipmentHVAC · meters · lighting
Local controlsPoints · logic · sequences
System connectionsProtocols · point mapping
Operator viewGraphics · alarms · trends
A simplified view of how building controls connect. Every building has its own architecture.

Scope at a glance

Outcomes, deliverables, boundaries, and handoff in one place.

Operational outcomes

  • Identify energy waste through sequence and schedule review
  • Trends and reporting to support the compliance review in scope
  • Measurement and verification of the results

Deliverables

  • Tuned sequences of operation, schedules, and setpoints
  • Sequence, schedule, trend, and reporting notes
  • Help identifying and pursuing eligible utility rebates
  • Measurement and verification that documents the results

Scope boundaries

  • We do not replace mechanical equipment or perform installation labor
  • We do not purchase or install metering or controller hardware
  • We do not guarantee a specific rebate amount; eligibility is set by the utility program

Handoff

You receive the tuned sequences, reports, and measurement and verification records.

See the work clearly

Precision is in
the verification.

A command is only the beginning. The response needs to be observed, checked, and documented.

Explore our approach
Verify the responseConcept demonstration
AHU-01 · Damper positionIllustrative test
Observed positionTest command

Example band: 73–77% after the command

10075502500 s4 s8 s12 s
12.0 s

Move Test moment to inspect command and observation together.

Command
75%
Observed
74%
Difference
−1 pp

Observed position only.
Position is not airflow.

Selected sample is inside the example band.

CX-014 · Rev 01

Final example recorded at 12.0 s: 75% command, 74% observed, −1 pp.

Final sample inside example band

Difference = observed − command, in percentage points. An in-band sample alone does not establish dynamic settling or a completed record. Authored example values, not measured plant behavior.

Record. The final comparison is at 12.0 seconds. The record status is shown separately.

Static overview. Interactive controls require JavaScript.

Illustrative equipment, values, and records. No connection to a live building.

04 steps

How it works

  1. 01

    Assess

    Baseline current energy use and control behavior.

  2. 02

    Identify

    Find optimization measures and eligible rebate programs.

  3. 03

    Implement

    Apply sequence, schedule, and reporting changes.

  4. 04

    Verify

    Measure and document the results.

Common questions

What is Duke Smart $aver?

A Duke Energy incentive program for qualifying efficiency improvements. We help identify eligibility and pursue available rebates.

Do you verify savings?

Yes. We include measurement and verification to document the results.

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