State of Utah

Capitol Complex

Salt Lake City, Utah

LEED^® Project

The restoration of the historic Utah State Capitol complex included the commissioning of the State Office Building, the new East/West Extension Buildings, and a new heating plant connecting the buildings through new utility tunnels.  This LEED restoration included a complete replacement and upgrade to the mechanical, electrical, and communication systems of the buildings.

As Commissioning Authority, EEI was contracted to:

• Document the design intent
• Review the design of the building systems
• Prepare commissioning specifications
• Identify pre- and post-functional tests, maintenance and operational needs
• Recommend specific measures for the buildings’ energy systems and controls
• Prepare commissioning reports; conduct commissioning workshops
• Develop and deliver training
• Provide troubleshooting and performance verification
• Provide HVAC, mechanical, controls, electrical and lighting systems analysis
• Provide security, audio/video and other electronic systems analysis
• Identify maintenance and operational needs that affect energy consumption