Refrigerated spaces used in the food and beverage industry have several systems that should be considered for energy efficiency and conservation. Note that the most financially economical models of energy projects include combining efficiency and conservation (controls). The key to compounded savings is that they drive custom utility incentives in many cases. The net result is typically a 25-50% incentive, which can make an energy project payback an incredible investment.
Although the largest portion of the energy consumed is for the refrigeration equipment, here are Top 3 areas that should be considered to have the greatest impact on the reduction of energy consumption and what to do to reduce.