Energy Efficiency & Quality Assurance Program

Reduce Energy Costs & Carbon Emissions Across Nevada's State Buildings

Mechanical insulation upgrades deliver immediate, measurable savings. Our assessments of hospitals, universities, schools, and public buildings across Nevada have identified over $1.22 million in annual energy savings with payback periods averaging under 1 year.

$1.22MAnnual Savings Identified
3,563MT CO₂ Reduced / Year
<1 yrAverage ROI Payback
9Facilities Assessed
$1,220,215/yr
Total Annual Savings
3,563 MT
CO₂ Eliminated Annually
~774 cars
Equivalent Vehicles Removed
0.4–1.8 yr
Payback Period Range

Case Studies Across Facility Types

Every assessment reveals significant savings hiding in plain sight — uninsulated pipes, valves, fittings, and equipment wasting energy 24/7. These are real results from real Nevada buildings.

University
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
$208,002
Annual Savings
434.63 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$314,225
Improvement Cost
1.5 years
Return on Investment

6,172,845 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$1,040,010
5-Year Savings
University
University of Nevada, Reno
$95,082
Annual Savings
181 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$149,144
Improvement Cost
1.6 years
Return on Investment
University
Nevada State College — Henderson Campus
$118,779
Annual Savings
349.65 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$109,741
Improvement Cost
0.9 years
Return on Investment

1,812,707 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$593,895
5-Year Savings
Hospital
Valley Hospital Medical Center — Las Vegas
$50,153
Annual Savings
279.11 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$102,828
Improvement Cost
0.4 years
Return on Investment

2,892,102 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$250,765
5-Year Savings
Hospital
Renown Regional Medical Center — Reno
$131,647
Annual Savings
431 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$178,196
Improvement Cost
1.4 years
Return on Investment
Hospital
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
$115,969
Annual Savings
441.5 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$96,625
Improvement Cost
0.8 years
Return on Investment

2,253,238 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$579,845
5-Year Savings
Hospital Network
Southern Nevada 5-District Health Authority
$424,070
Annual Savings
1,262.45 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$370,100
Improvement Cost
0.9 years
Return on Investment

20,702,596 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$2,120,350
5-Year Savings
School
Clark County School District — Maintenance Facility
$65,474
Annual Savings
137 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$48,260
Improvement Cost
9 months
Return on Investment
State Government
A Nevada State Agency — Carson City
$11,039
Annual Savings
46.35 MT
CO₂ Reduced / Year
$19,615
Improvement Cost
1.8 years
Return on Investment

653,943 kBtu/yr
Heat Flow Saved
$55,195
5-Year Savings

The Case for Nevada

Mechanical insulation is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to reduce energy waste and emissions in existing buildings — with zero disruption to operations.

Immediate Cost Savings

Payback periods as short as 5 months. Most projects pay for themselves in under a year — then deliver savings every year after that, compounding into the millions over a building's lifetime.

GHG Reduction up to 30%

Properly installed mechanical insulation can reduce a building's greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 30%. Critical for meeting Nevada's aggressive climate goals and executive orders.

Zero Operational Disruption

Insulation upgrades can be installed during normal building operations — no shutdowns, no displacement, no disruption to services. The assessment itself is completely non-invasive.

Quality Assurance Built In

Every completed upgrade receives a Quality Control visit to ensure mechanical insulation was installed in accordance with specifications. You get verified performance, not just projections.

Scalable Across Portfolios

Our 5-district Southern Nevada Health Authority assessment proved the model scales: $424,070/yr in savings across a regional system. Nevada’s state buildings represent an enormous opportunity.

ASTM C680 Verified

All calculations use NAIMA 3E Plus v5.1, the industry-standard program based on ASTM C680 methodology. EPA emission factors ensure accurate environmental impact reporting.

Our Assessment Process

A proven, systematic approach to identifying and quantifying energy waste from uninsulated or under-insulated mechanical systems.

1. Thermal Imaging Survey

Using infrared cameras, we identify every uninsulated or damaged component — pipes, valves, fittings, tanks, and equipment — that is actively losing energy.

2. Data Collection & Inventory

Each item is cataloged with specifications: pipe size, operating temperature, current insulation condition, location, and quantity. Nothing is missed.

3. Engineering Analysis

NAIMA 3E Plus v5.1 calculates heat loss for each component in both current and upgraded conditions, using site-specific parameters (fuel type, efficiency, hours, ambient temp).

4. Preliminary Report

A comprehensive interactive report details every item, system-level summaries, total savings projections, CO₂/NOₓ reductions, and thermal photo documentation.

5. Qualified Contractor Bidding

Your EEQA representative solicits bids from our qualified contractors. Allow 4–6 weeks for bidding to complete. A Final Report follows upon completion.

6. Quality Control Verification

After installation, a QC visit confirms that all mechanical insulation meets specifications — ensuring the projected savings are actually delivered.

Ready to Assess Nevada's Buildings?

Our non-invasive assessments cost nothing upfront and reveal savings that typically pay for themselves in under a year. Let's start with a pilot Nevada facility.

Mike Ferguson Asst. Director — Energy Efficiency & Quality Assurance Department Heat & Frost Insulators 618-409-4508 mferguson@insulators.org