Energy-Efficient Building Systems: Green Strategies for Operation and Maintenance Hardcover - 2006 - 1st Edition

From the rear cover

Proven Strategies and Solutions for Reducing Energy Consumption in Commercial Structures

Property and facility managers can turn to Energy-Efficient Building Systems as a one-stop guide to operating and maintaining commercial building systems at peak efficiency. Designed to help reduce energy costs and meet environmental standards, this state-of-the-art productivity tool contains fully illustrated, real-world examples of successful green building projects that have achieved significant, energy-saving results.

This expert resource takes you step-by-step through procedures for getting optimal performance from every building system. For each system, the book presents the latest methods for improving efficiency... identifying promising new solutions... evaluating their feasibility... and estimating actual savings.

• Get an in-depth understanding of the principles of each building system
Select the most efficient systems for any nonresidential building
• Maximize energy efficiency with practical strategies and solutions
Review real-world examples of successful green building projects

Inside This Cost-Saving Energy Guide:
* Energy Management and Energy Auditing * Air-Conditioning and Central Chiller Systems * Boilers and Heating Systems * Pumping Systems * Cooling Towers * Air Handling and Distribution Systems * Lighting Systems * Building Electrical Systems * Building Automation Systems * Building Envelope