Who conducts your energy assessments?
Our technical assessment team brings together energy engineering expertise, building science knowledge, and practical experience in commercial facility operations across South Africa.
Dr. Thabo Mkhize
Energy Assessment Lead
Energy engineer specialising in commercial building performance assessment. Focus on HVAC system efficiency, lighting optimisation, and renewable energy feasibility studies. Extensive experience conducting technical audits across retail, office, and industrial facilities in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.
Sarah van der Merwe
Building Science Specialist
Building envelope and thermal performance expert. Specialises in insulation assessment, air leakage testing, and thermal imaging analysis. Evaluates building fabric efficiency and quantifies heat loss through structural elements. Extensive experience with commercial property envelope upgrades.
Mandla Dlamini
HVAC Systems Analyst
Mechanical engineer focused on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system performance. Conducts detailed assessments of system efficiency, control strategies, and maintenance practices. Identifies operational improvements and equipment upgrade opportunities for commercial HVAC installations.
Lerato Mokoena
Renewable Energy Consultant
Renewable energy systems specialist with focus on solar photovoltaic and solar water heating feasibility. Conducts site assessments, shading analysis, and financial modelling for renewable energy installations. Evaluates technical and economic viability of renewable systems for commercial properties.
What guides our assessment methodology?
Our technical approach is built on measurement, calculation, and evidence-based recommendations rather than assumptions or general advice.
Measurement-Based Assessment
We measure actual energy consumption, system performance, and operating conditions rather than relying on nameplate data or design specifications. This approach ensures recommendations are based on real-world performance of your specific facility rather than theoretical calculations.
Quantified Savings Estimates
Every recommendation includes estimated annual savings calculated from your actual energy consumption data and current tariff rates. We provide payback period calculations to enable comparison of different improvement options and support investment decision-making.
Prioritised Recommendations
Recommendations are structured from highest to lowest financial return, starting with zero-cost operational changes before considering capital investments. This prioritisation enables logical implementation sequencing based on available budget and organisational priorities.
Independent Technical Advice
As assessment-only consultants, we have no financial interest in equipment sales or installation contracts. This independence ensures our recommendations serve your interests and are based purely on technical merit and financial return for your specific circumstances.