Assessment Process

The Energy Assessment Process

Industrial and Commercial Building Assessments:

Welcome to the Energy and Waste Assessment Process offered by the Midwest IAC at the University of Missouri (MU). We provide comprehensive assessments for both industrial facilities and commercial buildings to identify energy-saving opportunities and improve overall efficiency.

Client Eligibility:

To qualify for an assessment, facilities must meet specific criteria:

Industrial Facilities:

  • Be a manufacturer or wastewater treatment facility (with SIC code between 2001 – 3999).
  • Annual energy cost between $100,000 and $3.5 million.
  • Gross annual sales below $250 million.
  • Located within approximately 150 radial miles of Columbia, MO, or specific regions in Kansas, central and southern Illinois, and southern Iowa.
  • No professional in-house staff to perform the assessment.
  • Exceptions are allowable on a case-by-case basis.

Commercial Buildings:

  • Less than 100,000 square feet.
  • Annual energy cost over $50,000
  • Exceptions are allowable on a case-by-case basis.