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Enhancing Performance Contracts: Integrating IAQ Solutions in Hot & Humid Climates
Abstract
IAQ and performance contracting intersect in
several ways. Improper execution of energy-related
building projects may have a deleterious
effect on IAQ. Carefil execution may enhance
IAQ. Economic benefits deriving from energy
improvements may be forfeited if the
improvements are abandoned due to IAQ
complaints. While some IAQ requirements may
conflict with energy performance goals,
reexamining relationships between energy and
IAQ demonstrates that there are opportunities to
improve building performance with respect to
both factors simultaneously.
Topics addressed as these opportunities are
explored include: standards, the basic roles of
HVAC in IAQ, WAC-related IAQ
improvements, and common energy conservation
measures and IAQ. Aspects of IAQ are
examined that, when incorporated into energy
services companies' performance contracting
work, can enhance their value. These
enhancements can deliver performance benefits
to building owners and operators beyond energy
savings. When incorporated into performance
contract offerings, these enhancements can add
value to an energy service company's
qualifications and proposals. This translation of
IAQ insight into market advantage is a
significant opportunity for energy senrice
companies in an increasingly competitive
marketplace.
Citation
Turner, S. C. (1998). Enhancing Performance Contracts: Integrating IAQ Solutions in Hot & Humid Climates. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu). Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /6761.