(b) The energy baseline is subject to adjustment due to changes beyond the contractor's control, such as—
- (1) Physical changes to building;
- (2) Hours of use or occupancy;
- (3) Area of conditioned space;
- (4) Addition or removal of energy consuming equipment or systems;
- (5) Energy consuming equipment operating conditions;
- (6) Weather (i.e., cooling and heating degree days); and
- (7) Utility rates.