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Energy Savings M&V Fundamentals and IPMVP
Earn 20 PDH | 2.0 CEU
(Certificate of completion is given out by EVO, which is a recognized nonprofit training provider for professional development hours)
(Certificate of completion is given out by EVO, which is a recognized nonprofit training provider for professional development hours)
Attendees to the M&V Fundamentals and IPMVP course will utilize EVO’s International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) to implement “best practices" for measurement & verification for energy efficiency projects. The course also helps attendees prepare for taking the Performance Measurement & Verification Analyst (PMVA) Certification exam to earn their PMVA industry recognition. The live webinar format enables attendees to interact with the instructor.
PMVA – A (Associate option)
For those professionals that have not met either the work or education experience requirement but have passed the PMVA exam, they will be awarded the PMVA – Associate designation and have four (4) years to submit additional work experience and/or education to be upgraded to full PMVA status.
PMVA Certification builds on the M&V Fundamentals and IPMVP training curriculum owned and deployed by EVO since 2009. Over 15,000 individuals have taken this course with alumni in more than 60 countries.
The course has eleven subject matter modules (see below) that mirror the body of knowledge covered on the PMVA exam. Students will also be provided prior to the course the online Introduction to Statistics for M&V (Short self-taught online course) which further helps them prepare for the PMVA exam and M&V Fundamentals and IPMVP course.
M&V Overview:
“Measurement and Verification” (M&V) is the process of planning, measuring, collecting, and analyzing data for the purpose of verifying and reporting energy savings within an individual facility resulting from the implementation of energy efficiency measures. Savings cannot be directly measured since they represent the absence of energy use. Instead, savings are determined by comparing measured use before and after implementation of an energy efficiency project, making appropriate adjustments for changes in conditions.
M&V activities may consist of some or all of the following:
- Meter installation calibration and maintenance,
- Data gathering and screening,
- Development of a computation method and acceptable estimates,
- Computations with measured data, and
- Reporting, quality assurance, and third-party verification of reports.
M&V techniques can be used to:
- Increase energy savings
- Document financial transactions
- Enhance financing for efficiency projects
- Improve engineering design & facility operations and maintenance
- Manage energy budgets
- Enhance the value of emission reduction credits
- Support evaluation of regional efficiency programs
PREREQUISITE
- Introduction to Statistics for M&V. (Short self-taught online course link sent to attendees prior to start of program)
CERTIFICATION
- All participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
- Participants interested in the Performance Measurement and Verification Analyst (PMVA) certification must take the PMVA certification exam.
- View PMVA Certification information for work and education requirements.
- Attendees will receive the certification portal log-in information to upload their work and educational experience documentation shortly after signing up for seminar.
KEY FACTS
- EVO has offered this training program since 2009 (15,000 + individuals trained in more than 60 countries)
- Duration: 4 days webinar + 4 hours to complete the PMVA exam.
- Learning approach: theoretical
- Reflects EVO’s International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP)
- Over 40 instructors from all continents are involved in continuous program improvements through EVO’s Training Committee
- Course content discussed and validated by the IPMVP-TC Discussion Group
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand the fundamental principles of M&V for individual energy efficiency and water projects
- Understand relevant statistical concepts and how they apply to M&V
- Understand the IPMVP four Options and the essential elements/content of an M&V Plan
- Be able to provide professional advice to energy efficiency program developers, utilities, governments, financial institutions, and other parties interested in M&V.
TRAINING CONTENT (11 MODULES)
- 1. Introduction to M&V
- 2. Key Concepts
- 3. Short Examples
- 4. M&V Planning
- 5. Critical Issues
- 6. Statistics for M&V
- 7. Retrofit Isolation Details (Option A + B)
- 8. Option C Details
- 9. Option D Details
- 10. Other M&V Applications
- 11. Summary and Review of an M&V Plan
TARGET AUDIENCE
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Earning a PMVA certification helps an energy professional in several ways: It demonstrates their expertise and knowledge in the field of energy management, which can help them advance their career and earn higher salaries. It provides them with a competitive edge in the job market, as employers often seek out individuals with specialized knowledge and certifications. It helps them stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in M&V, which can improve their performance and productivity on the job. It opens up new opportunities for career advancement, as many organizations require their energy efficiency professionals to have PMVA certification. It can also help them earn professional recognition and credibility, as PMVA certification is a widely respected and recognized credential in the energy industry. |
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