Publisher's Synopsis
This design handbook focuses on upgrading buildings to meet the energy requirements and new standards for the 21st century. Containing new data and case studies, it provides practical tips on commissioning buildings and applying the latest heating, ventilation and air conditioning strategies. Analyses of centralized versus distributed fan systems, how to establish variable air volume airflow rates on retrofit projects and reconciling actual retrofitting performance with projects are highlighted in this reference.;It also explains how to analyze utility rates and manage the energy use survey and audit. Economic analysis of retrofit projects and estimated demand-control savings are also covered.
