BEDES Dictionary
Version 2.6
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Term Definition | Lists | Unit of Measure | |
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Partial Operation Percentage |
Percent of category that is in operation. If Schedule Category is Occupancy, then the percent of occupants from typical max. If Schedule Category is an equipment, then power as a percent of installed capacity. |
percent | ||
Operational Mode |
The equipment state of connection to a power source for use, and providing one or more primary functions. |
View | None | |
Operational Control Actor |
The actor who has authority to introduce and implement any or all operating and/or environmental policies and measures |
View | None | |
Operation Events Per Year |
Number of operation events that take place in a year. |
count | ||
Operation Event |
An operation event is an activity that is performed at the premises as part of primary operations. Operation events can be used as normalizers when benchmarking buildings. |
View | None | |
Observed Holidays |
Holidays in which the operations follow a holiday schedule that is different from the main schedule. |
View | None | |
Meter Type |
Meters can be divided into several categories based on their capabilities |
View | None | |
Meal Type |
The type of meal served in this operation event. |
View | None | |
Maintenance Type |
Maintenance is the process of maintaining or preserving someone or something. |
View | None | |
Maintenance Events Per Year |
The number of maintenance events performed on the premises or equipment in the time period. |
count | ||
Laundry Load Type |
Type of materials laundered. |
View | None | |
HVAC Systems Controlled |
HVAC system that are monitored by this control. |
View | None | |
Frequency Of Maintenance |
Frequency of maintenance on the premises or equipment. |
View | None | |
EMIS Feature |
Features of an Energy Management and Information System |
View | None | |
Day Start Time |
In military time (0000 start of day). If the night before the schedule runs into this day, then start time is 0000, while yesterday's end time is 2400. For example, a nightclub may be open from 8PM Friday to 2AM Saturday, then on Friday: Day Start Time is 2000 and Day End Time is 2400, and on Saturday: Dat Start Time is 0000 and Day End Hour is 0200. |
hh:mm | ||
Day End Time |
In military time (0000 start of day). If the end hour is the next day, then this day ends at 2400 and the next starts at 0000 and ends at closing time. For example, a nightclub may be open from 8PM Friday to 2AM Saturday, then on Friday: Day Start Time is 2000 and Day End Time is 2400, and on Saturday: Dat Start Time is 0000 and Day End Hour is 0200. |
hh:mm | ||
Date Of Most Recent Maintenance Event |
The date of the most recent maintenance that was performed on the premises or equipment. |
YYYY-MM-DD | ||
Control Technology |
Technological device that enables control of the system. |
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Control Strategy |
Control logic or strategy that is programed into the system. |
View | None | |
Control Communication Protocol |
Standards for control communication protocols. |
View | None | |
Average Weekly Hours |
Number of hours in a typical week. |
hr/week | ||
Average Daily Hours |
If exact start and end hours are unknown, then the total number of hours per day. |
hr/day | ||
Average Annual Weeks |
The number of weeks that the premises or equipment is in use. For example, a pool premises may only be open for 16 weeks out of the year. |
weeks/year | ||
Average Annual Hours |
Number of hours in a typical year. |
hr/year |
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Water Storage Technology |
Type of technology used for containing or recycling water |
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