### Question
How is the "preliminary energy audit" defined?


### Answer
The term **preliminary energy audit** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 6371* as follows -

> a determination of the energy consumption characteristics of a building, including the size, type, rate of energy consumption and major energy-using systems of such building

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 76-AGE DISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part E-Energy Conservation Program for Schools and Hospitals**

