EMP Compliance Reporting & Documentation 2

Question 1

Under the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP), facilities that emit 25,000 metric tons CO2e or more per year must submit annual reports by what deadline?

Accepted Answer

March 31

Answer

GHGRP requires covered facilities to submit annual GHG reports to EPA by March 31 for the prior calendar year.

Question 2

Which documentation element is MOST critical when establishing a baseline for an ISO 50001 energy management system?

Accepted Answer

Significant energy uses (SEUs) and their performance indicators

Answer

ISO 50001 requires organizations to identify and document significant energy uses (SEUs) as the foundation for setting energy baselines and performance indicators.

Question 3

A facility's ENERGY STAR score dropped from 75 to 68 after a building renovation. What documentation should the energy manager update first?

Accepted Answer

Portfolio Manager property use details and floor area

Answer

Changes in floor area or occupancy/use details in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager directly affect the score, so property use data must be updated to reflect post-renovation conditions.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a Measurement & Verification (M&V) report under IPMVP Option C?

Accepted Answer

Whole-facility utility meter analysis comparing pre- and post-retrofit consumption

Answer

IPMVP Option C uses whole-facility utility data to determine savings by comparing baseline and post-installation billing periods with appropriate adjustments.

Question 5

When documenting an energy audit for ASHRAE Level II compliance, which item is required that is NOT needed for a Level I audit?

Accepted Answer

Energy cost analysis with simple payback for capital improvements

Answer

ASHRAE Level II audits require a detailed energy cost analysis and capital improvement recommendations with simple payback calculations, which go beyond the Level I scope.

(EMP) Energy Management Professional Practice Test

(EMP) Energy Management Professional Practice Test

EMP Compliance Reporting & Documentation 2