Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Energy Star Buildings Manual
Author: Energy Star Buildings Manual
Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Air and RadiationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Buildings
Languages : en
Pages :
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Building Tools
Author: Energy Star Buildings Manual
Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Air and Radiation. Global Change DivisionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Office buildings
Languages : en
Pages :
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Energy Efficiency Manual
Author: Donald WulfinghoffPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 1544
Book Description
Energy Efficiency Manual, by Donald Wulfinghoff, is the new comprehensive reference & how-to-book for energy conservation in commercial buildings, residential buildings & industrial plants. It combines the features of encyclopedia, textbook & practical field manual. This handbook details 400 actions for conserving energy in design, construction, retrofit, operation & maintenance. They cover heating & cooling efficiency, water conservation, insulation, air leakage, lighting, daylighting, solar heating & industrial equipment. The second part explains renewable energy sources, passive solar, wind energy, geothermal heat pumps, energy conservation codes, environmentally safe refrigerants, energy management computers & building automation systems, electricity rates, high efficiency motors, boilers, air conditioning equipment, fans, pumps, insulation, high efficiency lamps, thermostats, time controls & many other topics. Written as an easy conversation with readers of all backgrounds, it is packed with ratings, tips, illustrations & examples that make it easy to find the right conservation measures for every application. The clear non-mathematical presentation is for everyone from homeowners to architects, engineers, contractors, property managers, plant operators, business owners, financial managers, energy auditors, public utilities, students & faculty. Environmental protection, comfort, health & safety are major themes. Learn how to improve indoor air quality & avoid "sick building syndrome."
Compliance Options Approval Manual for the Building Energy Efficiency Standards
Author: California Energy Commission. New Building and Appliance Efficiency OfficePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Buildings
Languages : en
Pages :
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2019 Residential Compliance Manual
Author: California Energy CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture and energy conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
Guide to Green Building Rating Systems
Author: Linda ReederPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 047040194X
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
The one-stop guide for choosing a green building rating system Today, sustainability is a growing concern for the architects, designers, builders, and owners of commercial and residential buildings. Meeting the requirements of a rating system provides a metric to evaluate and set priorities. But the variety and complexity of methods available to assess the eco-friendliness of a building can seem overwhelming. Guide to Green Building Rating Systems informs readers about the rating system selection process. Comparing essential issues such as cost, ease of use, and building performance, this book offers solid guidance that will help readers find the rating system that best fits their needs. This easy-to-follow reference includes: An overview of the major national rating systems, including LEED®, Green Globes®, the National Green Building Standard, and ENERGY STAR® An in-depth look at each rating system, including its evolution, objectives, point structure, levels of certification, benefits, and shortcomings How the ratings systems work for different types of buildings—commercial, multi-family residential, and single-family residential construction Illustrated case studies from different climate regions with project descriptions, cost data, and lessons learned by design teams, constructors, and owners An overview of local, regional, and international rating systems Guide to Green Building Rating Systems demystifies complex material, making this book an essential reference for building professionals engaged in, or wishing to pursue, sustainable building practices.
The Energy Star Challenge
Author: Commissioning Existing Buildings
Author: Deb O'RourkePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 4
Book Description