Practical Application

1. Review audit reports for water and energy systems performance, and implement conservation measures that reduce hot water demand, such as insulating hot water pipes and tanks, adding aerators to faucets, and upgrading to low-flow showerheads.
2. Identify primary uses of hot water at site, and engage facilities management staff to obtain quantities of hot water used.
3. Explore availability of solar resources at site.
4. Determine potential locations for solar thermal modules in conjunction with RSO.
5. Determine life-cycle cost, design, installation, and Cx of the solar thermal system.
6. Develop a written system maintenance plan for facility operators to use. Identify cleaning and testing procedures and frequency, as well as resources for future repair and replacement.