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    • Calculating Emissions Reductions from Renewable Energy Programs and its Application to the Wind Farms in the Texas Ercot Region 
      Liu, Z.; Haberl, J.; Baltazar, J. C.; Culp, C.; Yazdani, B.; Chandrasekaran, V. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2008-12)
      In August 2008 the Texas State Legislature required adding 5,880 MW of generating capacity from renewable energy technologies by 2015, and 500 MW from non-wind renewables. This legislation also required the Public Utility ...
    • Calculating Fired Heater Efficiency 
      Harriz, J. T.; Ritter, E. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1986-06)
      Tracking utility and process heater efficiency leads to increased operator awareness and decreased fuel bills. A review of the Heat Loss and Input/Output methods of efficiency analyses is presented, along with a ...
    • Calculating the Financial Benefits of an Energy Efficiency Project: The Building Owner's and Invester's Perspective 
      Watson, J. K. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1985-05)
      In an era of high cost and heavy competition for capital, third-party financing of energy-related projects is a potentially attractive alternative to more conventional internal funding. To judge the applicability of outside ...
    • Calculation of Integrated Nox Emissions Reductions from Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy (EE/RE) Programs across State Agencies in Texas 
      Hberl, J.; Yazdani, B.; Baltazar, J. C.; Kim, H.; Mukhopadhyay, J.; Zilbershtein, G.; Ellis, S.; Parker, P. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2013)
      This paper presents an update of the integrated NOx emissions reductions calculations developed by the Energy Systems Laboratory (ESL) for the State of Texas to satisfy the reporting requirements for Senate Bill 5 of the ...
    • Calculation of NOx Emission Reduction from Implementation of the 2000 IECC/IRC Conservation Code in Texas 
      Turner, W. D.; Yazdani, B.; Im, P.; Verdict, M.; Bryant, J.; Fitzpatrick, T.; Haberl, J. S.; Culp, C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2003)
      Four areas in Texas have been designated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as non-attainment areas because ozone levels exceed the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) maximum allowable ...
    • Calculation of Nox Emissions Reductions from Energy Efficient Residential Building Construction in Texas 
      Haberl, J.; Culp, C.; Gilman, D.; Baltazar-Cervantes, J. C.; Yazdani, B.; Fitzpatrick, T.; Muns, S.; Verdict, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2004)
      Four areas in Texas have been designated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as non-attainment areas because ozone pollution levels exceed the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) maximum ...
    • A Calibration Methodology for Retrofit Projects Using Short-Term Monitoring and Disaggregated Energy Use Data 
      Soebarto, V. I.; Degelman, L. O. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      This paper presents an improved methodology to calibrate energy simulation models to better represent the actual energy use breakdowns in existing buildings. The goal of this methodology is to help architects and engineers ...
    • Calibration of an EnergyPlus Building Energy Model to Assess the Impact of Demand Response Measures 
      Lavigne, K.; Sansregret, S.; Daoud, A.; Leclair, L. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2013)
    • Calibration of Predicted Hourly Zone-Level Supply Air Flows with Measurements 
      Mihai, A.; Zmeureanu, R.; (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2013)
      The calibrated building energy models can be used for the verification and improvement of building operation. This paper proposes a bottom-up approach for the assisted calibration of a building energy model developed with ...
    • Calibration of Relative Humidity Transducers for use in the Texas LoanSTAR Program 
      Bryant, J. A.; O'Neal, D. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu), 1992-05)
      In support of the Texas LoanSTAR Energy Conservation Program, the Texas A&M University Monitoring and Analysis Program (MAP) calibration facility has been performing relative humidity calibrations for transducers being ...
    • Calibration of Tangential Paddlewheel Insertion Flowmeters 
      Robinson, J.; Bryant, J.; Haberl, J.; Turner, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu), 1992-05)
      This paper reports on the efforts to calibrate flow sensors that are being used to monitor building thermal energy use in a large scale monitoring project. Several insertion-type paddlewheel meters are being tested with a ...
    • California Commissioning Collaborative: 2007 Program Plan 
      Parks, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2007)
    • California's Energy Policy: Conservation Works 
      Greene, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1982)
      Conservation is the foundation of California's energy policy and the largest single source of the state's 'new energy supply'. Our goal is to use economic market forces and government programs to direct energy Investments ...
    • California’s Industrial Energy Efficiency Best Practices Technical Outreach and Training Program 
      Kazama, D. B.; Wong, T.; Wang, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2007)
      This paper describes the California Energy Commission’s (Commission) energy policies and programs that save energy and money for California’s manufacturing and food processing industries to help retain businesses in-state ...
    • Can ASHRAE Standard 62-1989 Requirements be Satisfied while Maintaining Moisture Control using Stock HVAC Equipment in Hot, Humid Climates? 
      Turner, S. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      Outdoor air intake rates are studied to determine their impacts on moisture control in buildings, especially in hot, humid climates. Key impacts of outdoor air intake rates can be readily modeled and studied using computer ...
    • Can You Afford Heat Recovery? 
      Foust, L. T. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1983)
      Increasing fuel costs have forced industry to look at ways to conserve energy. Preheating combustion air by utilizing the wasted heat in the flue gas can result in significant fuel savings. The attractiveness of the ...
    • Can Your Energy System Pass the Pressure Test? 
      Shirley, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1984)
      A good energy accounting system can be a very helpful management tool, offering flexibility to respond quickly to those factors that impact energy usage. It also has the potential of providing an early warning about problems ...
    • Canada's Voluntary Industrial Energy Conservation Program 
      Wolf, C. A., Jr. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1980)
      Industrial Energy Conservation in Canada is organized and promoted through a voluntary program that is administered by industry. Industry is divided into fifteen sectors, each of which is represented by a Voluntary Task ...
    • The Canadian Energy Information System - An Aid and Opportunity for Industry 
      McNeil, C. S. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1981)
      More than ever before, industry needs sound, succinct information on energy options and opportunities. As one answer to this need, the Canadian Energy Information System provides comprehensive continent-wide distribution ...
    • Capitalize on Existing Assets with Demand Response 
      Collins, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2008)
      Industrial facilities universally struggle with escalating energy costs. EnerNOC will demonstrate how commercial, industrial, and institutional end-users can capitalize on their existing assets—at no cost and no risk. ...