Browsing ICEBO - International Conference for Enhanced Building Operations by Issue Date

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    • Retrocommissioning's Greatest Hits 
      Haasl, T.; Potter, A.; Irvine, L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      It is possible to save thousands of dollars in energy costs through a few low-cost operational adjustments but those opportunities are often hidden. Retrocommissioning is a systematic investigation process for improving ...
    • Commissioning to Meet Space Qualification Criteria vs. Energy Consumption Optimization Focused Commissioning 
      Sellers, D.; Irvine, L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      In many cases, the commissioning process is driven by space quality criteria rather than by energy consumption and optimization criteria. This is especially true for the HVAC systems serving clean rooms in the semi-conductor ...
    • An Overview of Proportional plus Integral plus Derivative Control and Suggestions for Its Successful Application and Implementation 
      Sellers, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      PID control loops are becoming quite common in the commercial, institutional, and industrial HVAC industry. Proper application and tuning of this control algorithm can bring many efficiency and performance benefits with ...
    • Using Utility Bills and Average Daily Energy Consumption to Target Commissioning Efforts and Track Building Performance 
      Sellers, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      This paper discusses using basic utility data that is readily available from utility bills to focus targeted retrocommissioning efforts. It also discusses how to use this information to spot emerging problems related to ...
    • Laboratory Air Handling Unit System 
      Cui, Y.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      An innovative AHU system is presented in this paper. The proposed AHU system is called a Laboratory Air Handling Unit (LAHU) system since it is most suitable for the buildings where one section (laboratory) has 100% exhaust ...
    • Building Operator Certification: Improving Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Through Operator Training and Certification 
      Putnam, C.; Mulak, A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      Building Operator Certification (BOC) is a competency-based certification for building operators designed to improve the energy efficiency of commercial buildings. Operators earn certification by attending training sessions ...
    • Energy Efficient Single Stack Exhaust Fan Systems (E3S3F) 
      Wang, G.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      This paper first investigates the fan energy performance of a constant air volume exhaust system. Two single stack energy efficient exhaust fan systems (E3S3F) are presented. The E3S3F-I has the static pressure sensor ...
    • An Integrated Air Handling Unit System for Large Commercial Buildings 
      Song, L.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      This paper presents an integrated air handling unit system (OAHU) for large commercial buildings. The system introduces outside air into the interior section and circulates the return air to the exterior section. Detailed ...
    • Energy Use in the U.S. Commercial Sector - Energy Information Administration Data, Information and Analyses 
      Boedecker, E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      The Energy Information Administration (EIA) is the independent statistical and analytical agency within the U.S. Department of Energy. As such, EIA has a wealth of energy data and analyses available for public use, including ...
    • Lessons and Measures Learned from Continuous Commissioning(SM) of Central Chilled/Hot Water Systems 
      Deng, S.; Turner, W. D.; Claridge, D. E.; Bruner, H.; Chen, H.; Wei, G. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      As it has been proved repeatedly that commissioning is very necessary for new construction and renovation/retrofit projects, we found continuous commissioningSM (CC) is an effective and efficient way to manage and optimize ...
    • Obtaining and Ensuring Persistence of O&M Savings Through Resource Conservation Management 
      Miller, W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      Resource conservation management is a management program similar to financial management in that its success requires commitment by all levels of the organization to the process as well as an accounting procedure and ...
    • Case Studies of Commissioning HVAC Systems 
      Browning, B. K. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2001)
      This paper discusses problems found during third party commissioning of projects where humidity control was an indicator of significant problems. Project 1 was an 8000 square foot library. Problems found included air ...
    • TQM, ISO 9000, and Commissioning (Let's Be Practical) 
      Dunn, W.; Berner, W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Diversity between building projects and construction methods is such that it is not possible to evoke a single phrase, commissioning, directly or conceptually and assume all building performance problems are solved. ...
    • How the Number and Placement of Sensors Controlling Room Air Distribution Systems Affect Energy Use and Comfort 
      Wang, D.; Arens, E.; Webster, T.; Shi, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      This study assesses the impact of sensor number and placement on the energy needed to condition a typical office using several likely variants of an underfloor air distribution system (UFAD). The study uses an empirical-based ...
    • How Texas Will Meet Its Energy Efficiency Goals 
      Berny, B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      While competition is being introduced in the retail electricity markets in Texas, efforts are also underway to structure a competitive market for the provision of energy efficiency and other competitive energy services. ...
    • Practical Knowledge about Data: Acquisition, Metering, Monitoring, and Management 
      Herrin, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Interval data is the “new found” backbone of both supply-side and demand-side programs. The ability to acquire utility interval data has been available for years but mostly used by utility companies and large commercial customers ...
    • The Temperature and Relative Humidity Control in Cushing Library 
      Liu, C.; Deng, S.; Claridge, D. E.; Turner, W. D.; Bruner, H., Jr. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Cushing Library located on TAMU campus is a special building, which needs precise temperature and relative humidity control, because it stores a number of rare collections and memorial books. There are five air-handling ...
    • Impact of Columns and Beams on the Thermal Resistance of the Building Envelope 
      Omar, E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      This paper addresses the effect of thermal bridging due to columns and beams on energy consumption and peak load requirements of typical private residential villas in Kuwait. Although it is common practice to apply thermal ...
    • The Practical Application of Daylighting Systems as an Effective Energy Conservation Measure with a Reasonable Return on Investment 
      Othmer, A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Surveys conducted by the State of Florida Energy Offices Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) at the University of South Florida, over a 13 year period on a national basis, have, with repeatable results, shown ...
    • Using Bulls-Eye Commissioning to Save Energy in Commercial Buildings 
      Price, W.; Hart, R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Building system commissioning comes highly recommended by energy efficiency experts; however, it is rarely undertaken due to the cost and care needed to do a comprehensive job. Many existing utility meters provide ...