Energy Efficiency
Understanding Energy Audit Levels and Choosing the Right level for your building
Are rising energy bills causing you concern? Do you suspect your building is wasting energy but don’t know where to start? An energy audit can help uncover hidden savings and create a more sustainable, cost-effective operation. But with different levels of auditing, how do you choose the right one for your needs? This article will guide you through the three
Energy Management: The More Meters, The Better?
In today’s world, energy management is more important than ever. Are you wasting money by ignoring energy management? With rising energy costs and increasing pressure to reduce your carbon footprint, efficient energy management is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. But does having more meters necessarily lead to better energy management? This article aims to explore this question and provide
Energy management system: The importance of proper implementation
What is an Energy Management System? An energy management system is a framework designed to systematically analyze, control, and conserve energy within an organization. It encompasses various processes and technologies aimed at optimizing energy usage and reducing waste. An EnMS enables organizations to gather real-time data on energy consumption, identify inefficiencies, and implement strategies for improvement. The International Standard for
[Expertise] How to conduct an energy audit to identify areas of energy waste in business
An energy audit is a comprehensive evaluation of the energy consumption and performance of your business. It involves collecting and analyzing data on your energy use patterns, such as how much electricity, gas, or other fuels you use, when and where you use them, and for what purposes. It also involves inspecting your building envelope, lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning
Our client recommends us: Devin Barta, Director of Operations at AHF Products
Following the Paris Agreement, businesses are under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact. TERAO can help to assess the carbon footprint of companies, from the upstream to downstream emissions. Additionally, TERAO assists its clients in achieving their sustainability goals. We invite you to read the following interview of Devin Barta, Direction of Operations at AHF Products 1 – Can
[Expertise] How energy efficiency solutions reduce operating costs
Energy efficiency is the practice of using less energy to achieve the same or better results. It can help businesses and organizations save money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve their environmental performance. Energy efficiency is important for businesses because it can lower their energy bills, enhance their reputation, and increase their productivity. According to a report by the International
[Expertise] The importance of energy management
Energy management is more than just reducing energy consumption; it encompasses the strategic planning, monitoring, and optimization of energy usage within an organization in different sectors, such as industry, transport, buildings and households. It involves a comprehensive understanding of energy flows, identifying areas of waste, and implementing measures to enhance overall efficiency. Energy is essential for human development and economic
[Expertise] How to set up the energy baseline for your asset portfolio KPI?
What is an energy consumption baseline? A baseline serves as a point of reference or comparison for evaluating another value or situation. It allows us to determine whether the measured data is distinct, unusual, or requires special attention, or if it aligns closely with the baseline. By comparing against this reference point, we can assess the significance and characteristics of
[Case study] Galeries Lafayette Shenzhen: an energy efficiency analysis at the design stage case study
In early 2023, Galeries Lafayette will open a store in Shenzhen’s city Futian district, as part of its development in China. Galeries Lafayette wanted to estimate the detailed energy consumption of this mall, before its construction. An Energy estimation study could help Galeries Lafayette gain a clear understanding of the behavior of the store and then identify future relevant optimization
[Case study] Energy audit: Technical Centre of Plastic Omnium in Wuhan
Case study – Energy audit: Technical Centre of Plastic Omnium in Wuhan TERAO was asked to carry out an energy audit of the technical Centre of Plastic Omnium in Wuhan. This building constructed in 2018 is an R&D centre and test lab for automotive fuel systems in cars. For its global sustainability program, the Group has set two ambitious goals: Reducing
Look back on “The Sustainable Factory” event by German Chamber in China and GAMI in Suzhou
Last Tuesday 9th March, in Suzhou, was held “The Sustainable Factory” seminar & panel discussion by the German Chamber of Commerce in China, at GAMI – Global Advanced Manufacturing Institute. The concern around sustainability is growing among governments, corporations and civil society, and it applies to factories. The event was held at GAMI, Suzhou Manuel Ramos, GM of TERAO
Learn why and how to make your factory sustainable, with the lookback on the “The Sustainable Factory” event by German Chamber in China – Shanghai
Last Thursday 12th November, in Taicang, was held “The Sustainable Factory” seminar by the German Chamber of Commerce in China. The concern around sustainability is growing among governments, corporations and civil society, and it applies to factories. Manuel Ramos, GM of TERAO Asia, introduced the topic by reminding the ambitious carbon neutrality goals set by China & Europe, respectively by
Our clients recommend us: Dominique Laloux, vice-chairman of ERLAB in China, about their new factory in Kunshan
At TERAO, we have the expertise to give advice on the design of a building. What for? To optimize energy consumption while being comfortable for its occupants. It is particularly vital in an industrial asset, where production lines could generate a lot of heat, and where comfort is at stake for the workers. One of our clients had this issue
Our clients recommend us: Thibaud Brunel, formerly working for Argosy, about cold storage issue
Remember our article about the cold storage case study “How TERAO can solve your energy issue? – Cold rack case study”? This is a typical issue found in industrial assets that need to store goods or materials that need very specific and stable temperatures. One of our clients had this issue and TERAO helped them to solve it. Thibaud Brunel,
What do you know about water efficiency?
June has arrived and is bringing us the ‘hottest ’ summer ever. We are in a stage where the demand for water is very high. Do you know how much water we consume every day? Which measures contribute to improving water efficiency? Here is the quiz, and you will find the answers in our article. How much water does a
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