U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Federal Energy Management Program

New and Underutilized Technology: Wireless Temperature Sensors

The following information outlines key deployment considerations for wireless temperature sensors within the Federal sector. This information spans:

• Benefits
• Application
• Key Factors for Deployment
• Ranking Criteria
• Resources

Benefits

Wireless thermostats are connected into a building automation system. Ease of adding temperature sensors in more zones allows for greater spatial resolution of zone temperatures, increasing confidence in control improvements through thermostat reset.

Application

Wireless temperature settings are applicable in most building categories.

Key Factors for Deployment

Ease of moving thermostats increases diagnostic capabilities in checking existing hard-wired thermostats.

Ranking Criteria

Federal energy savings, cost-effectiveness, and probability of success are ranked 0-5 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 5 representing the highest ranking. The weighted score is ranked 0-100 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 100 representing the highest ranking.

Resources

The following resources are available:

• Wireless Temperature Sensors for Improved HVAC Controls: FEMP assessment of wireless sensor technology for the Federal sector.