Commissioning is the process of verifying that a building's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and lighting systems perform correctly and efficiently. Without commissioning, system and equipment problems can result in higher than necessary utility bills and unexpected and costly equipment repairs. This report reviews the benefits the benefits of commissioning, why it is a requirement for Leadership in Energy and Envirionmental Design (LEED) certification, and why building codes are gradually adopting commissioning activities into code.
Revised: February 7, 2012 |
Published: September 1, 2011