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Identifying Opportunities

In order to make informed energy decisions in a high-tech environment, you need information that is objective, accurate and straight to the point. ITP designed services to meet these needs by providing tools and resources that can quickly and competently identify opportunities for saving energy in plants. Here you will find targeted tools and resources for assessing the potential of your plant's energy systems, as well as learn about what your peers are doing to save energy in their plants. The information is designed for the busy Plant Manager but it is also accessible to your staff to find information that is most relevant to them.

Ways to Save Energy Now By using in-house expertise your plant can lower its energy costs right away. Find out how to save energy in your combustion systems, your boiler systems and your plant's process heating systems.

How Have Others Saved BestPractices connects people, in business and industry, to resources that improve business strategies and decisions. See what your peers are doing at: Alcoa, Augusta Newsprint Company, ExxonMobil, Cooper Cameron, Ford Motor Company, Nalco Chemical Company, Progressive Powder Coating, Rohm and Haas, Vulcan Chemicals

Keys to Developing an Action Plan Taking a systematic approach to your energy saving opportunities will net impressive results. Follow these six steps to develop an energy savings action plan for your plant or corporation: Track your energy bills Evaluate equipment operating practices Identify no- or low-cost projects to save energy Get management support Form an energy team at your plant Develop an ongoing strategy for continuous improvement