This paper discusses how improved
energy information in schools and
hospitals from tracking and monitoring
electrical and natural gas usage, cost,
and optional rate structures, can reduce
energy costs. Recommendations, methods,
and guidelines for monitoring and tracking
of utilities are provided. These
recommendations, methods, and guidelines
are the result of on-site work for
schools and hospitals . Recently completed
energy usage survey and observations of
several hospitals in Texas are included.
Opportunities exist for schools,
hospitals, and other buildings t o achieve
significant dollar savings by good utility
management. Understanding utility rate
structures is essential for minimizing
energy costs. The authors' data is for
Texas schools and hospitals, but the
principles presented apply to other
geographic areas
