Planning, Evaluation & Special Studies
Evaluate energy consumption and optimize energy efficiency
Conduct energy use studies and make improvements to systems, programs, and infrastructure.
Save energy, save money, and reduce your impact on the environment
Energy analyses and assessments can help you prioritize building improvements, design new energy efficiency programs, and qualify for federal incentives.GDS assists municipal and industry clients with planning and conducts evaluations and special studies to address specific energy use concerns.
Resource planning expertise includes:
Feasibility studies
Energy action plans
Energy audits
Long-term metering
Building performance assessments
Prioritized recommendations
Renewable energy program support
Energy efficiency strategic planning
Custom studies and evaluations
Energy modeling
EPA Energy Star benchmarking
Demand response services
Audit your current energy consumption
In-depth energy assessments show you how much energy you’re using, where most of it is consumed, and the best ways to reduce overall usage. GDS consultants help you prioritize improvements to buildings, commercial assets, and/or programs.
Get insights to inform future energy efficiency initiatives
Develop energy efficiency strategies and implementation plans with in-depth analysis of energy consumption and the impact of potential use reduction programs. Whether you’re trying to assess existing infrastructure, plan a new program, or conduct an industry or asset-specific energy study, the GDS team’s expertise provides the insight you need to determine your next move.
Find answers to unique and technical energy efficiency questions
Being prepared for the future often means reducing your energy consumption. GDS consultants partner with a wide variety of industry and municipal clients to perform energy studies, analyses, and audits. The result is essential intelligence you can use to prioritize activities and inform how you address energy use challenges.
Base every decision about energy efficiency on sound and comprehensive analysis
Reduce long-term energy consumption
Optimize infrastructure for energy use
Gain insights about current energy use
Develop effective energy efficiency programs
Prioritize the right adjustments and upgrades
Qualify for government incentives