Commissioning (Cx) is one of the most impactful actions you can take to ensure your building performs as intended — both today and into the future. Performance commissioning is often the missing step in both new construction and low-carbon retrofit projects and is a leading reason buildings fail to meet energy targets, systems do not function as designed, and low-carbon technologies experience premature failure.

In this session, you’ll learn what performance commissioning is, how it differs from traditional approaches, and why it is essential for both new construction and retrofit projects. You’ll also gain insight into how it supports electrification and ensures reliable, efficient, and long-term building performance.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• What is performance commissioning, how it differs from traditional functional checks
• Why commissioning is critical for both new construction and retrofit projects
• Key operational, energy, and cost benefits of implementing performance Cx
• Available resources and emerging tools to support commissioning efforts

RESOURCES

• Basics of energy management and commissioning (AHR presentation)
• Commercial building electrification guide (has commissioning sections)
• CSA Z5000:26 Building commissioning for energy using systems

AUDIENCE

Building owners and property managers, building operators, contractors, engineers, and anyone interested in improving building performance and long-term value.