### Question
What is the definition of energy audit?


### Answer
The definition of **energy audit** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 8285a*:

> an inspection as described in section 8216(b)(1)(A) [1](#8285a_1_target) of this title, or an energy audit as defined in section 8281(b)(7) [1](#8285a_1_target) of this title, which in addition may provide information on the utilization of renewable resources and may make energy-related improvements in the building

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 8285a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 91-NATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION POLICY > SUBCHAPTER V-ENERGY AUDITOR TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION**

