This guide, the first of a three-part series, presents the business case for energy efficiency to building owners and managers. It provide the economic rationale for improving and sustaining energy efficiency in existing buildings, which is illustrated through the use of color photographs, charts, and graphs. The goal of this publication is to enable building owners to evaluate current operations and conduct the economic analysis necessary to make wise decisions regarding improvements.

2009 - 85 Pages
8 1/2 x 11 Softcover
ISBN/SSN: 978-1-933742-63-2
ASH-118-09

Product ID: ASH-118-09

Price: $69.00
Member Price: $59.00

Product Detailed Description

Developed under the supervision of energy professionals from ASHRAE, BOMA, IES, the U.S. General Services Administration, and the U.S. Green Building Council, this book provides a straightforward and easy-to-use road map for increasing your building’s energy efficiency.

This book shows how to:

Cut energy consumption by 30% - or more - for the average building
Make highly effective operational adjustments that cost little or nothing
Key Topic Coverage
ANSI accredited

The next Guide in the Energy Efficiency Guide series will be aimed at providing technical guidance in undertaking existing building renovation programs. The final Guide will provide operational and maintenance guidance to help sustain the energy efficiency and performance of buildings.

Contents

Abbreviations & Acronyms

Preface

Introduction

Measuring Energy Efficiency and Setting Goals

Improving Energy Performance

Making the Business Case

Developing an Effective O&M Program

References and Web Sites

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