DALLAS - June 12, 2020 - Predominant use studies, also known as utility studies, save companies many thousands of dollars annually by analyzing their expenses for electricity, water, natural gas, and propane, and by identifying the expenses that qualify for tax reductions or exemptions under state, county and city laws. In order to encourage business development, 21 states* offer significant utility sales tax reductions, and most of those states the majority of energy consumed be utilized to facilitate the company's predominant purpose. A predominant use study prepared by an expert is often required by government authorities to assure compliance with all legal qualifications for utility tax reductions or exemption. The predominant use study report for a facility list of the kilowatt/hour electrical consumption at each electric meter and the volume of water transmitted at each water meter. The report also evaluates the electricity, gas, and water usage from every relevant piece of equipment in the facility. Each piece of equipment that consumes energy or natural resources.

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