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M&V Model Statistical Uncertainty under ASHRAE 14

I have a question about how to use ASHRAE 14's formula for calculating energy savings model uncertainty:

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where n and m are "number of observations in the baseline (or pre- retrofit) and the post-ECM periods, respectively"

So if the model is fitted with daily data, should n be 365? If the model is used to compare energy savings over a year, should m be 365? Or should m be 30 if we're comparing the energy savings on a monthly basis?

What about a model based on hourly data? Should n be 24*365 = 8760? What should m be if we use an hourly model?

M&V Model Statistical Uncertainty under ASHRAE 14

I have a question about how to use ASHRAE 14's formula for calculating energy savings model uncertainty:

image description

where n and m are "number of observations in the baseline (or pre- retrofit) and the post-ECM periods, respectively"

So if the model is fitted with daily data, should n be 365? If the model is used to compare energy savings over a year, should m be 365? Or should m be 30 if we're comparing the energy savings on a monthly basis?

What about a model based on hourly data? Should n be 24*365 = 8760? What should m be if we use an hourly model?