Date of Graduation

5-2015

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Advisor/Mentor

Couvillion, Rick J

Committee Member/Reader

Nutter, Darin W

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to compare Evaluation, Measurement, and Verification (EM&V) standards established by Arkansas and surrounding states. EM&V is the process to quantify the energy savings of an energy management project. This paper details the rules and regulation regarding the EM&V proceedings required by investor-owned utilities in providing energy-saving projects. By comparison of each state’s requirement, a clear understanding is found on where Arkansas stands in maturity of its program requirements. The reader will find Arkansas on the forefront of EM&V standardization that represents a model that surrounding states are striving to emulate.

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