This document discusses a pilot program at Texas A&M University to install V-KOOL 40 window film in older campus buildings to reduce energy consumption for cooling. The film is tested on windows at the Halbouty building, showing a 6-8 degree reduction in window temperature. The document proposes installing the film on 116 windows of the Eller Oceanography and Meteorology building and monitoring temperature and radiation levels before and after to evaluate potential energy savings. Funding is provided by the Aggie Green Fund to help make the campus more energy efficient.
The researchers monitored the energy efficiency of windows with and without a V-Kool 40 window film at Texas A&M University. They found that the window film blocked 98% of infrared light and 99% of UV light while maintaining visibility. Windows with the film had 2.2°C lower average temperatures and up to 3.5°C lower maximum temperatures. Their energy calculations estimated the film would pay for itself in under 5 years. Based on these promising results, the university is considering a full-scale installation of the window film.
Ideahaus - a comfortable home for the UK's future climate-full paperSimon Owen FIRP
This document summarizes a project that developed design strategies to make housing in the UK more resilient to the impacts of climate change, such as flooding and overheating. It presented concept designs for an "IDEAhaus" building system that could be industrialized, customizable, efficient, and adaptable. The designs were meant to improve on current housing that suffers from overheating and flood damage. Thermal modeling showed that without changes, housing would experience significant overheating by 2030 and cooling demands would exceed heating demands by 2050 due to higher temperatures from climate change. The proposed IDEAhaus system used modular, standardized components that could be assembled in different configurations, along with passive cooling techniques, to provide more climate-resilient housing
Targeting 100! Envisioning the High Performance HospitalBetterBricks
This document summarizes a study that developed two prototype hospital designs that achieve at least a 60% reduction in energy usage compared to typical hospitals, meeting the 2030 Challenge goal for 2010. Both designs were able to achieve energy usage indices of under 100 KBtu/SF year through integrated architectural, mechanical, and central plant systems strategies. These high performance designs were estimated to cost approximately 2% more than a code-baseline design, a premium that could be recouped within a short payback period. The strategies employed provide a conceptual framework for hospitals to significantly reduce energy usage and associated costs through an integrated design approach.
Dramatic energy use in the Middle East continues to create problems. This presentation goes through real world solutions that can be cost effectively implemented and contribute to a sustainable world view.
AEI / Affiliated Engineers Presents Two Oregon State Hospital Projects at Cle...AEI / Affiliated Engineers
AEI presents energy conservation measures (ECMs) used in two Oregon State Hospital projects, including: active chilled beams, natural ventilation, geoexchange heat recovery systems, and demand-control ventilation/lighting. Also discusses why modeled and measured energy use intensity sometimes differ.
Energy efficiency in buildings is an important concern due to rising energy demand, deregulation of energy markets, and environmental policies. Buildings consume over 40% of total energy in developed nations for heating, cooling, lighting and other uses. Tomorrow's highly energy efficient buildings will have unprecedented levels of insulation allowing comfort with only 50 kWh/m2/year of energy usage. Equipment and appliances will be highly optimized, and intelligence will seamlessly manage energy usage for optimal comfort and services while achieving net-zero energy usage. Achieving this future requires innovative solutions for new and existing buildings along with additional processing and automation.
The researchers monitored the energy efficiency of windows with and without a V-Kool 40 window film at Texas A&M University. They found that the window film blocked 98% of infrared light and 99% of UV light while maintaining visibility. Windows with the film had 2.2°C lower average temperatures and up to 3.5°C lower maximum temperatures. Their energy calculations estimated the film would pay for itself in under 5 years. Based on these promising results, the university is considering a full-scale installation of the window film.
Ideahaus - a comfortable home for the UK's future climate-full paperSimon Owen FIRP
This document summarizes a project that developed design strategies to make housing in the UK more resilient to the impacts of climate change, such as flooding and overheating. It presented concept designs for an "IDEAhaus" building system that could be industrialized, customizable, efficient, and adaptable. The designs were meant to improve on current housing that suffers from overheating and flood damage. Thermal modeling showed that without changes, housing would experience significant overheating by 2030 and cooling demands would exceed heating demands by 2050 due to higher temperatures from climate change. The proposed IDEAhaus system used modular, standardized components that could be assembled in different configurations, along with passive cooling techniques, to provide more climate-resilient housing
Targeting 100! Envisioning the High Performance HospitalBetterBricks
This document summarizes a study that developed two prototype hospital designs that achieve at least a 60% reduction in energy usage compared to typical hospitals, meeting the 2030 Challenge goal for 2010. Both designs were able to achieve energy usage indices of under 100 KBtu/SF year through integrated architectural, mechanical, and central plant systems strategies. These high performance designs were estimated to cost approximately 2% more than a code-baseline design, a premium that could be recouped within a short payback period. The strategies employed provide a conceptual framework for hospitals to significantly reduce energy usage and associated costs through an integrated design approach.
Dramatic energy use in the Middle East continues to create problems. This presentation goes through real world solutions that can be cost effectively implemented and contribute to a sustainable world view.
AEI / Affiliated Engineers Presents Two Oregon State Hospital Projects at Cle...AEI / Affiliated Engineers
AEI presents energy conservation measures (ECMs) used in two Oregon State Hospital projects, including: active chilled beams, natural ventilation, geoexchange heat recovery systems, and demand-control ventilation/lighting. Also discusses why modeled and measured energy use intensity sometimes differ.
Energy efficiency in buildings is an important concern due to rising energy demand, deregulation of energy markets, and environmental policies. Buildings consume over 40% of total energy in developed nations for heating, cooling, lighting and other uses. Tomorrow's highly energy efficient buildings will have unprecedented levels of insulation allowing comfort with only 50 kWh/m2/year of energy usage. Equipment and appliances will be highly optimized, and intelligence will seamlessly manage energy usage for optimal comfort and services while achieving net-zero energy usage. Achieving this future requires innovative solutions for new and existing buildings along with additional processing and automation.
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations of an MIT-led study on the potential of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) to provide a major source of electricity in the US by 2050. The study assessed the EGS resource potential, reviewed over 30 years of field testing experience, examined drilling and plant construction costs, performed economic modeling, and identified policy support needed for EGS to contribute over 100,000 MWe of capacity. The panel found that EGS is technically feasible but further R&D is required to lower costs before it can compete economically without incentives or subsidies.
Rock Valley College - Chilled Beams Lesson LearnedIllinois ASHRAE
Chilled beams lessons learned from Rock Valley College presented at the Illinois Chapter of ASHRAE February 8, 2011 by Dan Comperchio, PE and Adam McMillen, PE of KJWW Engineering Consultants.
This document summarizes Giulio Vialetto's Ph.D. research on improving energy efficiency in industrial facilities through innovative energy systems and data analysis methods. The research analyzed systems combining solid oxide fuel cells with heat pumps for advanced heat recovery and reversible solid oxide cell systems for combined heat, power, and hydrogen production. Cluster analysis of energy demand data was also studied to better design energy systems and identify opportunities to reduce mismatch between demand and supply. Case studies found primary energy savings of 2-6.5% were possible depending on the production levels and improvements implemented.
IGSHPA Presentation: Las Vegas, October 2013Yale Carden
This document provides an overview of the ground source heat pump industry in Australia and New Zealand. It discusses the differences in climate, standards, and terminology between North America and Australasia. It profiles the two countries and highlights key research institutions. The document also presents case studies of large ground source heat pump installations and outlines opportunities in the industry, such as design, supply, installation, training, and project financing.
Using the Ground for Thermal Energy Storage: The Experience of the Riverina H...Yale Carden
All buildings interact with the ground for its ability to support their foundations. However, very few buildings interact with the ground for its ability to provide thermal energy storage. We have all experienced the moderate temperatures within a cave at depths of just a few metres. These temperatures are a function of average annual air temperature and are the result of the ground absorbing and storing solar energy. The use of this indirect and renewable solar energy can provide significant energy savings for heating and cooling systems.
A Ground Heat Exchanger (GHX) provides the ability to utilise the ground for thermal energy storage, essentially transforming the ground into a thermal battery. It enables us to extract heat from it in winter (heat source) and return that heat in summer (heat sink). It is a dynamic thermal battery that operates both simultaneously and over the annual heating / cooling cycle.
This presentation will provide an overview of how the ground is being utilised for its thermal energy storage capabilities around the world, with focus on a local installation at the Tumut Council owned Riverina Highlands Building, located in Tumut NSW. The installation has provided Council with energy savings on heating and cooling of 80 %, reduced peak energy loads by 40%, reduced maintenance costs and, importantly, provided significantly higher levels of occupant comfort. This has also increased the capacity and effectiveness of the concurrently installed solar PV array and will ensure that future solar energy storage will have greater impact.
Geoexchange and Thermal Potential at GeoscienceYale Carden
The presentation discusses how utilizing thermal potential through geoexchange systems can enhance energy efficiency and productivity. Thermal potential involves using heat sources and sinks from the local environment for heating and cooling. Geoexchange transfers heat between the earth and buildings through ground heat exchangers. Case studies show geoexchange systems at St Peters College and Geoscience Australia reduced energy usage by over 50% and provided significant cost savings. Optimizing thermal energy storage and control strategies can better integrate renewable thermal and electrical energy sources to maximize efficiency.
Thermal Potential in the Built EnvironmentYale Carden
HVAC systems have traditionally used the local ambient air (heating and cooling) or fossil fuels (predominantly heating through combustion) as their heat source and heat sink. Thermal storage is still a relatively new application and typically requires large volumes of water or ice.
This paper explores the available thermal potential within the built environment and how the utilisation of this thermal potential can provide efficient heating, cooling and hot water as well as thermal storage. In some instances, this may be the local ambient air, less likely it will be fossil fuels.
More likely, it includes the thermal potential within the ground, water bodies and infrastructure such as subways, water, sewer, building foundations and other buildings as well as artificial thermal storage such as phase change materials.
The key is to identify the optimal thermal sources, sinks and storages for a given building at a given location and climate. Then, an integrated approach using optimised control strategies, including predictive capabilities, will enable a building to access these various thermal sources at the thermally optimal time to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operation.
Such an integrated approach also maximises the availability of on-site renewable power generation, further increasing energy savings, decreasing the typical cooling peak demand and increasing energy productivity.
Presentation from the 2013 Atlantic Council Energy & Economic Summit expanded ministerial meeting. Presented by David Parekh, vice president, Research and Director United Technologies Research Center.
Presentation J.W.M.M. Van Hellenberg Hubar Mid Term Colloquium 2011 07 13Jeroenvanhellenberghubar
The mid-term colloquium presentation of my graduation. The graduation theme is “Electrical and thermal energy balance analysis for an off-grid campground site”. The graduation research is performed at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the research group of prof.dr.ir Jan Hensen.
Interreg Europe ZEROCO2 Technology options towards nzeb (nzco2eb) for MaltaDamien Gatt
This document discusses technology options for achieving nearly zero carbon emissions buildings (NZCO2EB) in Malta. It outlines a tiered approach to reducing energy requirements for heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilation through passive design strategies (tier 1), natural/passive techniques (tier 2), and efficient mechanical systems (tier 3). Specific passive design measures discussed include shading, insulation, daylighting, and natural ventilation. Efficient mechanical options presented are heat pumps, LED lighting, and heat recovery ventilation. The document also covers return on investment timeframes for different retrofitting measures.
2011 08-09 nahbrc-ip - reetum test houses ghiAmber Joan Wood
The document summarizes a pilot program to retrofit homes at Greenbelt Homes, Inc. and Fort Benning to improve energy efficiency. Baseline monitoring was conducted from 2010-2011, building envelope upgrades from 2011-2012, and HVAC upgrades from 2012-2013 will be monitored. Preliminary testing and cost analysis have been done, and long-term energy use monitoring will analyze energy savings. The goal is to demonstrate cost-effective retrofit solutions that enhance energy efficiency and indoor comfort while reducing moisture issues and energy costs.
The Role of Thermal Potential in Enhancing Energy ProductivityYale Carden
As presented at All Energy Conference in Melbourne on 5 October 2016
In the renewable energy sector, electrical (energy) potential determines the design of renewable power systems (ie solar, wind etc) at any given location. Similarly, thermal (energy) potential relates to the available thermal energy in a given location that can be utilised for heating / cooling a building or group of buildings.
This presentation explores how the concept of thermal potential can increase the efficiency of heating / cooling systems and thus enhance energy productivity in terms of increased value output per kW generated and per tonne of carbon emitted.
The document discusses energy auditing and the tools used to conduct energy audits. It describes how energy audits identify opportunities to save energy and money through operational and equipment changes. A variety of tools are used in energy audits, including tape measures, light meters, thermometers, infrared cameras, voltmeters, clamp-on ammeters, wattmeters, combustion analyzers, airflow measurement devices, and vibration analysis equipment. The goal of an energy audit is to evaluate how a facility uses energy and identify cost-effective ways to reduce consumption and utility costs.
This document provides an overview of energy efficiency and its history. It discusses that energy efficiency aims to reduce the amount of energy required for products and services through improvements like insulation, efficient lighting and appliances. Motivations for efficiency include cost savings, reducing emissions, and energy security. California has shown that efficiency measures can keep per capita energy consumption flat while economic growth occurs. The document also outlines various efficiency strategies for buildings, appliances, and heating/cooling systems. It discusses the development of efficiency technologies over time from first to third generation sources like renewable energy.
Building byes provision for energy conservation and sustainable developmentShourya Puri
The document discusses provisions for energy conservation and sustainable development in building bylaws and codes. It outlines key aspects that should be considered in building design, including:
- Optimizing daylighting and passive design strategies to reduce energy usage
- Implementing integrated water management approaches like rainwater harvesting and reuse
- Selecting building materials and surfaces that minimize environmental impacts, promote health, and have lower embodied energy
The goal is to encourage construction practices that seamlessly integrate buildings with their environments while reducing negative environmental consequences.
Energy and Water: the Dynamic Duo for the Future of Efficient Science Infrast...AEI / Affiliated Engineers
Increasing energy costs and water scarcity together will play a greater role in building design in the future. There has been significant energy saving progress over the last decade. There are new opportunities for owners and their design teams to find greater savings in the future.
Optimization of energy use intensity in a design build frameworkeSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
The Thermal Energy Research Accelerator (T-ERA) is a partnership between six UK universities and the British Geological Survey, funded by £60 million from the UK government. T-ERA aims to accelerate research and development in thermal energy technologies through three work streams: Thermal Energy, Integrated Systems, and Geo-Energy. The partnership seeks to work with industry to develop practical solutions in areas like heating, cooling, energy storage, and smart grids to address global energy challenges and drive economic growth in the UK.
Zach Less is seeking a business manager position where he can utilize his leadership, planning, and communication skills. He has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Wartburg College and owns and manages Pit Lane Travel Plaza. Previously, he worked as a collision technician repairing cars and trucks. In his free time, Less enjoys wrestling and stock car racing, and was part of multiple state and national championship wrestling teams.
El documento presenta la declaración jurada patrimonial de José Francisco López para el año 2015. Declara varios inmuebles, vehículos, acciones y depósitos bancarios a su nombre. Los bienes han aumentado de valor desde el inicio al cierre del año. Sus ingresos netos sujetos a impuesto a las ganancias fueron de $1,193,075.58 e ingresos exentos de $129,929.75. No registra deudas en el período declarado.
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations of an MIT-led study on the potential of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) to provide a major source of electricity in the US by 2050. The study assessed the EGS resource potential, reviewed over 30 years of field testing experience, examined drilling and plant construction costs, performed economic modeling, and identified policy support needed for EGS to contribute over 100,000 MWe of capacity. The panel found that EGS is technically feasible but further R&D is required to lower costs before it can compete economically without incentives or subsidies.
Rock Valley College - Chilled Beams Lesson LearnedIllinois ASHRAE
Chilled beams lessons learned from Rock Valley College presented at the Illinois Chapter of ASHRAE February 8, 2011 by Dan Comperchio, PE and Adam McMillen, PE of KJWW Engineering Consultants.
This document summarizes Giulio Vialetto's Ph.D. research on improving energy efficiency in industrial facilities through innovative energy systems and data analysis methods. The research analyzed systems combining solid oxide fuel cells with heat pumps for advanced heat recovery and reversible solid oxide cell systems for combined heat, power, and hydrogen production. Cluster analysis of energy demand data was also studied to better design energy systems and identify opportunities to reduce mismatch between demand and supply. Case studies found primary energy savings of 2-6.5% were possible depending on the production levels and improvements implemented.
IGSHPA Presentation: Las Vegas, October 2013Yale Carden
This document provides an overview of the ground source heat pump industry in Australia and New Zealand. It discusses the differences in climate, standards, and terminology between North America and Australasia. It profiles the two countries and highlights key research institutions. The document also presents case studies of large ground source heat pump installations and outlines opportunities in the industry, such as design, supply, installation, training, and project financing.
Using the Ground for Thermal Energy Storage: The Experience of the Riverina H...Yale Carden
All buildings interact with the ground for its ability to support their foundations. However, very few buildings interact with the ground for its ability to provide thermal energy storage. We have all experienced the moderate temperatures within a cave at depths of just a few metres. These temperatures are a function of average annual air temperature and are the result of the ground absorbing and storing solar energy. The use of this indirect and renewable solar energy can provide significant energy savings for heating and cooling systems.
A Ground Heat Exchanger (GHX) provides the ability to utilise the ground for thermal energy storage, essentially transforming the ground into a thermal battery. It enables us to extract heat from it in winter (heat source) and return that heat in summer (heat sink). It is a dynamic thermal battery that operates both simultaneously and over the annual heating / cooling cycle.
This presentation will provide an overview of how the ground is being utilised for its thermal energy storage capabilities around the world, with focus on a local installation at the Tumut Council owned Riverina Highlands Building, located in Tumut NSW. The installation has provided Council with energy savings on heating and cooling of 80 %, reduced peak energy loads by 40%, reduced maintenance costs and, importantly, provided significantly higher levels of occupant comfort. This has also increased the capacity and effectiveness of the concurrently installed solar PV array and will ensure that future solar energy storage will have greater impact.
Geoexchange and Thermal Potential at GeoscienceYale Carden
The presentation discusses how utilizing thermal potential through geoexchange systems can enhance energy efficiency and productivity. Thermal potential involves using heat sources and sinks from the local environment for heating and cooling. Geoexchange transfers heat between the earth and buildings through ground heat exchangers. Case studies show geoexchange systems at St Peters College and Geoscience Australia reduced energy usage by over 50% and provided significant cost savings. Optimizing thermal energy storage and control strategies can better integrate renewable thermal and electrical energy sources to maximize efficiency.
Thermal Potential in the Built EnvironmentYale Carden
HVAC systems have traditionally used the local ambient air (heating and cooling) or fossil fuels (predominantly heating through combustion) as their heat source and heat sink. Thermal storage is still a relatively new application and typically requires large volumes of water or ice.
This paper explores the available thermal potential within the built environment and how the utilisation of this thermal potential can provide efficient heating, cooling and hot water as well as thermal storage. In some instances, this may be the local ambient air, less likely it will be fossil fuels.
More likely, it includes the thermal potential within the ground, water bodies and infrastructure such as subways, water, sewer, building foundations and other buildings as well as artificial thermal storage such as phase change materials.
The key is to identify the optimal thermal sources, sinks and storages for a given building at a given location and climate. Then, an integrated approach using optimised control strategies, including predictive capabilities, will enable a building to access these various thermal sources at the thermally optimal time to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operation.
Such an integrated approach also maximises the availability of on-site renewable power generation, further increasing energy savings, decreasing the typical cooling peak demand and increasing energy productivity.
Presentation from the 2013 Atlantic Council Energy & Economic Summit expanded ministerial meeting. Presented by David Parekh, vice president, Research and Director United Technologies Research Center.
Presentation J.W.M.M. Van Hellenberg Hubar Mid Term Colloquium 2011 07 13Jeroenvanhellenberghubar
The mid-term colloquium presentation of my graduation. The graduation theme is “Electrical and thermal energy balance analysis for an off-grid campground site”. The graduation research is performed at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the research group of prof.dr.ir Jan Hensen.
Interreg Europe ZEROCO2 Technology options towards nzeb (nzco2eb) for MaltaDamien Gatt
This document discusses technology options for achieving nearly zero carbon emissions buildings (NZCO2EB) in Malta. It outlines a tiered approach to reducing energy requirements for heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilation through passive design strategies (tier 1), natural/passive techniques (tier 2), and efficient mechanical systems (tier 3). Specific passive design measures discussed include shading, insulation, daylighting, and natural ventilation. Efficient mechanical options presented are heat pumps, LED lighting, and heat recovery ventilation. The document also covers return on investment timeframes for different retrofitting measures.
2011 08-09 nahbrc-ip - reetum test houses ghiAmber Joan Wood
The document summarizes a pilot program to retrofit homes at Greenbelt Homes, Inc. and Fort Benning to improve energy efficiency. Baseline monitoring was conducted from 2010-2011, building envelope upgrades from 2011-2012, and HVAC upgrades from 2012-2013 will be monitored. Preliminary testing and cost analysis have been done, and long-term energy use monitoring will analyze energy savings. The goal is to demonstrate cost-effective retrofit solutions that enhance energy efficiency and indoor comfort while reducing moisture issues and energy costs.
The Role of Thermal Potential in Enhancing Energy ProductivityYale Carden
As presented at All Energy Conference in Melbourne on 5 October 2016
In the renewable energy sector, electrical (energy) potential determines the design of renewable power systems (ie solar, wind etc) at any given location. Similarly, thermal (energy) potential relates to the available thermal energy in a given location that can be utilised for heating / cooling a building or group of buildings.
This presentation explores how the concept of thermal potential can increase the efficiency of heating / cooling systems and thus enhance energy productivity in terms of increased value output per kW generated and per tonne of carbon emitted.
The document discusses energy auditing and the tools used to conduct energy audits. It describes how energy audits identify opportunities to save energy and money through operational and equipment changes. A variety of tools are used in energy audits, including tape measures, light meters, thermometers, infrared cameras, voltmeters, clamp-on ammeters, wattmeters, combustion analyzers, airflow measurement devices, and vibration analysis equipment. The goal of an energy audit is to evaluate how a facility uses energy and identify cost-effective ways to reduce consumption and utility costs.
This document provides an overview of energy efficiency and its history. It discusses that energy efficiency aims to reduce the amount of energy required for products and services through improvements like insulation, efficient lighting and appliances. Motivations for efficiency include cost savings, reducing emissions, and energy security. California has shown that efficiency measures can keep per capita energy consumption flat while economic growth occurs. The document also outlines various efficiency strategies for buildings, appliances, and heating/cooling systems. It discusses the development of efficiency technologies over time from first to third generation sources like renewable energy.
Building byes provision for energy conservation and sustainable developmentShourya Puri
The document discusses provisions for energy conservation and sustainable development in building bylaws and codes. It outlines key aspects that should be considered in building design, including:
- Optimizing daylighting and passive design strategies to reduce energy usage
- Implementing integrated water management approaches like rainwater harvesting and reuse
- Selecting building materials and surfaces that minimize environmental impacts, promote health, and have lower embodied energy
The goal is to encourage construction practices that seamlessly integrate buildings with their environments while reducing negative environmental consequences.
Energy and Water: the Dynamic Duo for the Future of Efficient Science Infrast...AEI / Affiliated Engineers
Increasing energy costs and water scarcity together will play a greater role in building design in the future. There has been significant energy saving progress over the last decade. There are new opportunities for owners and their design teams to find greater savings in the future.
Optimization of energy use intensity in a design build frameworkeSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
The Thermal Energy Research Accelerator (T-ERA) is a partnership between six UK universities and the British Geological Survey, funded by £60 million from the UK government. T-ERA aims to accelerate research and development in thermal energy technologies through three work streams: Thermal Energy, Integrated Systems, and Geo-Energy. The partnership seeks to work with industry to develop practical solutions in areas like heating, cooling, energy storage, and smart grids to address global energy challenges and drive economic growth in the UK.
Zach Less is seeking a business manager position where he can utilize his leadership, planning, and communication skills. He has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Wartburg College and owns and manages Pit Lane Travel Plaza. Previously, he worked as a collision technician repairing cars and trucks. In his free time, Less enjoys wrestling and stock car racing, and was part of multiple state and national championship wrestling teams.
El documento presenta la declaración jurada patrimonial de José Francisco López para el año 2015. Declara varios inmuebles, vehículos, acciones y depósitos bancarios a su nombre. Los bienes han aumentado de valor desde el inicio al cierre del año. Sus ingresos netos sujetos a impuesto a las ganancias fueron de $1,193,075.58 e ingresos exentos de $129,929.75. No registra deudas en el período declarado.
Este documento proporciona instrucciones sobre cómo descargar, iniciar sesión y utilizar la aplicación Sherpa. Explica que los usuarios deben buscar Sherpa en Play Store, descargarla e instalarla. Luego deben introducir su correo electrónico y contraseña la primera vez que ingresen. Una vez dentro de la aplicación, los usuarios pueden hacer clic en el altavoz para realizar preguntas sobre el tiempo, deportes, entretenimiento y más.
This document discusses branding considerations for "Fat Bastard Wine". It notes that to be successful, the brand must be differentiated from others through positive or negative associations with a target demographic. While a distinctive name like "Fat Bastard" could create identification and awareness, it also carries disadvantages like potential misconceptions, higher marketing costs, and possibly offending some customers. Overall, the document evaluates strategies for branding an unconventional wine name.
Este documento presenta el programa de alimentación saludable y estilos de vida del Liceo Fesan-Suba. El programa comenzó en 2014 y tiene como objetivos concientizar a la comunidad sobre una alimentación saludable de por vida, fomentar hábitos saludables y disminuir el sobrepeso y la obesidad. El programa incluye charlas educativas, pico y placa semanal, jornadas de deporte y baile, loncheras saludables y carteleras informativas. Los resultados incluyen una disminución del 50% en
Marcha atrás al tarifazo del gas en Mendozacravanzini
Este resumen describe un documento judicial relacionado con una acción colectiva presentada por una asociación de defensa del consumidor contra el gobierno nacional y empresas distribuidoras de gas. La asociación solicita la suspensión de aumentos tarifarios en Mendoza y la declaración de inconstitucionalidad de las resoluciones que establecieron dichos aumentos, alegando falta de información a los usuarios y discriminación. El juez federal de Mendoza analiza los argumentos presentados y las medidas cautelares solicitadas.
Olwetu Mshumpela's curriculum vitae provides details about her education and work experience. She has a Bachelor of Laws from the University of South Africa and completed secondary school at St Dominic's School For Girl's in Boksburg. Her current role is Operations Manager at Correlian Security where she supervises security sites and attends client meetings. Previous roles include Customer Retail Specialist at Telkom Direct Store and various promoter positions. She has strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and communication skills developed through university assignments and community programs. References are provided from past employers.
Claves del decreto de blanqueo de capitales y jubiladosGabriel Conte
Este documento presenta información sobre un programa nacional de reparación histórica para jubilados y pensionados en Argentina. Se crea el programa con el objetivo de implementar acuerdos que permitan reajustar los haberes y cancelar deudas previsionales de beneficiarios que cumplan con los requisitos. El programa se implementará a través de acuerdos transaccionales entre la ANSES y los beneficiarios elegibles de forma voluntaria. Los acuerdos deberán homologarse judicialmente y podrán incluir la redeterminación del haber inicial y la movilidad de los
Este documento dispone la venta en subasta pública de varios lotes de mercadería secuestrada por la Administración Federal de Ingresos Públicos. Se enumeran 54 lotes de artículos como calculadoras, ropa, accesorios electrónicos y más. Se fija el valor base para cada lote y la subasta se realizará el 9 de septiembre en Buenos Aires. El objetivo es comercializar la mercadería de acuerdo a la ley para este tipo de bienes incautados.
Lucas y Sunamelia son una pareja de ancianos que viven en una isla donde nadie puede morir. Un día, Lucas descubre una fuente en el bosque cuyo agua tiene poderes rejuvenecedores. Al beber de ella, vuelve a tener la apariencia de un hombre joven. Le cuenta a Sunamelia, quien también bebe del agua pero en exceso, rejuveneciendo hasta convertirse en un bebé. A partir de entonces, Lucas deberá cuidar de ella como si fuera su hija.
The document summarizes a study on improving the energy efficiency of a dwelling home called "Cloonbeg" in Cork, Ireland. Three software packages (RETscreen, DEAP, and SBEM) were used to model the home's base case energy usage and a proposed case with upgrades like increased attic and wall insulation, a more efficient boiler and heating controls, and solar panels. The results found a close correlation between packages and that the proposed upgrades could reduce the home's primary energy demand from 262.72 kWh/m2/yr to 144.46 kWh/m2/yr, saving 118.26 kWh/m2/yr and 27.11 kgCO2/m2/yr in emissions
This document provides an overview and comparative analysis of different solar energy technologies, including photovoltaics (PV), concentrated photovoltaics (CPV), solar thermal technologies, and solar chimneys. It discusses the installed capacity and levelized cost of energy for each technology. PV capacity has grown significantly from 2004-2014, with total capacity reaching 177GW in 2014. Solar thermal capacity has also increased substantially over this period, reaching 4.4GW globally by the end of 2014. While solar chimneys remain experimental, the first 50MW plant is scheduled for completion in India in 2017. The document analyzes the technical and economic feasibility of these solar technologies as alternatives to fossil fuels.
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1. ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF
V-KOOL 40 WINDOW
FILM
ABSTRACT
At Texas A&M University, a recent push to become
greener has engulfed the campus. The most
important push is to reduce the amount of energy
consumed especially in the older buildings. The
following paper will discuss the use of V-KOOL 40
Window Film and the possible savings associated
with the installation. With the assistance of
University Energy Services along with funding
provided by the Aggie Green Fund, this pilot program
may be beneficial both economically but for the
occupants working in this older buildings
Kameron Johnson
Geos 405
ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF
V-KOOL 40 WINDOW
FILM
ABSTRACT
At Texas A&M University, a recent push to become
greener has engulfed the campus. The most
important push is to reduce the amount of energy
consumed especially in the older buildings. The
following paper will discuss the use of V-KOOL 40
Window Film and the possible savings associated with
the installation. With the assistance of University
Energy Services along with funding provided by the
Aggie Green Fund, this pilot program may be
beneficial both economically but for the occupants
working in this older buildings
Kameron Johnson
Geos 405
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Dr. Brendan Roark Spring 2015
pg. 1
Introduction
In the Southeast United States, the cost to cool large educational, business, or
residential buildings can be one of the biggest expenses the operators deal with on a day to day
basis. Especially during the summer months, the increase in electricity usage has continually
driven the price higher and higher. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) states in
their most recent energy forecast, Projected U.S. sales of electricity to the commercial sector
increase by 1.7% this year and by 1.4% in 2016. Projected industrial electricity sales rise by 1.3%
in 2015 and by 1.1% in 2016 (1). With these projections continuing to show increase sells and
higher rates, how can we reduce the amount of energy consumed to still provide a comfortable
environment?
For most office buildings in the United States, about 30% of their operating expenses
are used on utilities with an energy cost exceeding $30,000 per year. According to Managing
Energy Cost in Office Buildings, HVAC systems account for 28 percent of electricity and 86
percent of natural gas consumed by office buildings. During closed hours and on weekends,
turn temperature settings down in heating seasons and up in cooling seasons (2). They also
recommending adjusting the temperature by 0.5-1oF during peak working hours. University
Energy Services at Texas A&M have sensors that control the temperature of the chilled water
and the air circulating throughout the rooms. Overall, lighting, cooling, and ventilation are
responsible for more than 60 percent of electricity use by office buildings, and heating
dominates natural gas consumption (2).
Texas A&M University (TAMU) produces its own electricity at the on campus power
plant under the authority of University Energy Services (UES). The plant chills or heats water
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then sends it through underground pipes to buildings throughout the campus. In addition UES is
responsible for heating and cooling all the building on campus (see Table 1 for current energy
rates). The Eller Oceanography and Meteorology Building (O&M) receives the pre-treated water
and re-condition the water to the specified temperature. It then uses the chilled water to cool
auxiliary air and condition all fifteen floors of the building. UES installed monitoring equipment
on the O&M HVAC system in order to measure the difference in water/air flow temperature
allowing for any change to be noted.
The O&M’s design encompasses floor to ceiling windows on the twelfth floor and
concrete and windows from the second to eleventh. When the building was built in 1973,
energy conservation wasn’t a priority in either building practices or codes. As a result all the
windows are single pane non-tinted windows have emergency efficiency rate of 1.0 U-factor
rating due to glass being a very poor insulator. U-factor is the inverse of another widely used
measure, R-value. With R-values, a higher number is better (4). The College of Geosciences at
TAMU is interested in finding out the building envelope of floor-ceiling windows in the O&M
and Halbouty Building. The article “Improving Glass Walls Thermal Resistance in Air-
TAMU UES Commodity 2015 Unit Rates
Electricity $ 0.087 / kWH
Chilled Water $ 15.264 / mmBtu
Heating Hot Water $ 14.971 /mmBtu
Steam $ 15.166 /mlbs
Domestic Cold Water $ 1.888 /mgal
Domestic Hot Water $ 12.795 /mgal
Waste Water Treatment $ 3.133 /mgal
Storm Drainage $ 4.432 / msqft/month
Solide Waste & Recycling $ 128.847 / ton
Table 1: Texas A&M Utility and
Energy Services 2015 Rates. (3)
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Conditioned Buildings” the definition of the building envelope is given as the area consisting of
the surfaces that separate the inside from the buildings outside (5).
The project was introduced by Maureen Reap a facilities coordinator for the College of
Geosciences in an attempt to reduce the energy cost for the building. An initial V-Kool
transparent window film was installed on the second floor of the Halbouty building facing the
southwest in order to collect data for the decision to expand the project. The initial results that
were measured using temperature data loggers along with radiation readings convinced Mrs.
Reap to acquire additional funding. With the assistance of the University Energy Services (UEV),
after collecting data over a 10 day period, “the film reduced the at-the-pane temperatures by 6
to 8 degrees” (Maureen pg. 2). The results showed that the films are effective in reflecting both
UV and IR radiation. In fact, Evan Library installed window films about 10 years ago to protect
their books from degradation. With these positive results, a larger database needs to be
collected over a larger sample size.
What we are proposing, is to install V-Kool 40 UV Window Film to 116 windows to see if
the data reveals any potential energy savings. The V-Kool 40 Window Film is completely
transparent and uses gold and silver atoms sprayed on the surface of the film. The atoms act
like a prism reflecting a projected 90% IR and 99% UV radiation. In order to test the efficiency of
the film, radiation data logging will take place before and after the film is installed on the 2nd-
12th Floor of the O&M building. I will continue monitoring and collected radiation and
temperature data throughout this summer. In order to confirm or deny the results calculated
by UES, our determined baseline temperature and air flow movement (in terms of cubic feet
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per minute (CFM) data will be used by future Geos 4005 students who will continue collecting a
full year’s worth of data.
The funding for this project is being provided by the Aggie Green Fund with an amount
estimated budget of $30,000. The project was originally proposed by Maureen Reap, Facilities
Coordinator for the College of Geosciences, who has been the driving force in acquiring funding
for this project. The College of Geosciences Energy Steward Amy Chen and UES who are
providing a tremendous amount of data and labor hours to help get this process in motion. The
difference between the two operating efficiencies can be translated into energy and cost
savings. Due to the high energy use of the equipment, even small increases in efficiency will
result in large savings.
Methods
In order to test the efficiency of the V-Kool 40 window film, we installed 2 Hobo Solar
Radiance Sensors on the 2nd floor skywalk in the Halbouty Geoscience building. One sensor is
installed on a window with the V-KOOL 40 installed and the other on a window with no film.
The sensors measure the amount of UV coming through the windows every 10 minutes. The
data is then sent to the Hobo Micro Station Data Logger-H21-002 and downloaded to a laptop
every couple of days. Hoboware Graphing and Analysis Software was used to process and
analyze the data. Measured data was also compared to daily solar radiation readings,
temperature, and cloud cover data from the KCLL weather station at Easterwood Airport to
quantify the environmental factors including incoming radiation on the windows. The data we
collect from the 2nd floor skywalk in Halbouty will be the base values for the UV and
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temperature. The purpose of this data is to measure the actual amount of solar radiation being
reflected by the V-KOOL 40 in order to compare to the manufacturers quoted radiation
reduction.
Once the Halbouty portion of the measurements were completed the 2 Hobo
Solar Radiance Sensors were deployed to the multiple rooms on the 2nd and 12th floors in the
O&M. 4 Hobo Pendant Temperature/Light Data Logger were deployed to measure temperature
and light intensity. The rooms of interest in the O&M are; 202JB, 202G, 1210E, 1210F, 1210G,
and 1210L, however we only had time to measure the office of Dr. Thomas: 1204 B&C and Dr.
Dessler: 1210B. Dr. Thomas’s office is located on the southwest side of the building will Dr.
Dessler’s is facing northeast. Both offices have thermostats located inside where the sensors
are located, however, the area controlled by the thermostat consists of several other rooms.
Therefore other UV sensors will be placed on the windows of the adjacent rooms along with
temperature measurements to test the difference between the rooms. We will then compare
this data with the daily high temperature and UV values from the Easterwood Airport weather
station.
After we collect data values for the rooms of interest, we will use the Radiance Equation
“1/R=QA/ΔT” to calculate the total amount of UV reflected by the UV film. The R represents the
value of insulation, QA is the heat transfer per unit of time, and ΔT is the difference in auxiliary
temp to room temperature. The values we calculate using the equation will then be compared
to values UES calculated using V-Kool’s projected radiation reflection perimeters. If results we
calculate are similar to UES, they will provide extra funding to outfit the entire building with the
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V-Kool 40 UV Window Film. Allowing for future Geos 405 students to continue this energy
conservation project by collecting UV and temperature data for an entire year.
The next step will be to calculate the average daily temperature and radiation values.
When making their prediction, UES uses the month of July’s monthly averages to determine the
building envelope of the O&M. However, from looking at max UV potential, the month of June
is the key month we should be looking at since the sun will reach its solar maximum angle of
23.43o on June 21. July is generally warmer temperature wise but the solar zenith angle will
have already started decreasing after the summer solstice.
To find the potential energy savings in terms of BTUs, we will have to look at the HVAC
system used to cool the individual rooms in the O&M. Thanks to UES, auxiliary temperature
sensors have already been installed on the 12th floor along with air flow sensors (Cubic Feet per
Minute “CFM”). These two factors will be the keys in calculating the potential reduction in BTUs
and air flow amount to provide a comfortable building environment. As mentioned earlier, the
current energy cost is $3.00 to cool the building with a projected reduction of $0.60 a square
foot per day once the film is installed throughout the building. UES projects the grand potential
energy savings of $58,000 which comes out to $5,000 in yearly savings. Another question we
will be looking at is the effectiveness of individual thermostats located throughout the offices
that to keep a desired temperature for the individual rooms.
The main focus on the project will be the efficiency of the films on air flow and energy
consumption reduction for the O&M building. Before we start any data collecting, we will send
a pre survey out to professors that are allowing us to install the radiation film in their offices.
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Basic questions asked pertained to overall room comfort satisfaction, use of blinds, and if a
fan/space heater is used to achieve a desired room temperature. The results of the survey will
be collected before any testing and will be beneficial in determining comfort levels prior to
installation and if we are on the right track with our hypothesis.
Results and Discussion
The pre-experiment survey was sent out to the professors participating in this
experiment asking several questions pertaining to the rooms comfort level. 75% of the received
responses rank room comfort satisfaction at 3 out of 10, however all the responses have been
received by those who don’t have thermostats located in their rooms. Midday and afternoon
seem to be the times the occupants are in their offices including always being in during the
summer months. Once the offices are outfitted with the film, the survey will be sent out to the
occupants again to identify any changes from their original responses.
The Hobo UV Sensors installed in Halbouty Geosciences Building on the filmed and non-
filmed windows on the 2nd floor skywalk started collecting data the last few days of March.
However, data analysis was started on April 1st in order to calculate with a month’s worth of
solar radiation data. The sensors collected the incoming solar radiation from the un-filmed
window sensor and the window outfitted with the V-Kool 40 window film for two 18 days of
data, while we recorded daily UV Index forecasts from Easterwood Airport in College Station.
Upon removing the radiation sensors, 2 Hobo Pendant Temperature/ Light sensors were placed
to begin collecting temperature readings. Table 2 below shows the maximum recorded UV
values for the un-filmed and filmed windows and the percent difference between two.
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Table 2: Halbouty Max UV values in terms of Watts per square meter
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AXIS TITLE
UV Comparison
(Nights Removed)
Window with Film Window without Film
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Table 3: The 18 days of Radiation Data 2nd Floor Skywalk Halbouty Geoscience Building
(Percentage Difference: V-KOOL 40 Filmed Window vs Un-Filmed Window)
April 5 saw the smallest amount of radiation reach the windows with the non-filmed
window receiving 16 W/m2. This can be explained by the weather as it was storming the entire
day blocking almost 95% of the incoming solar radiation. The maximum values we calculated
have several factors that could have affected the amount of light reaching the sensors. The
maximum observed incoming solar radiation, 246 W/m2 occurred on March 29 thanks to clear
skies. The filmed windows allowed only 7 W/m2 on April 5 while the highest values were
observed on March 27-28 at 96 W/m2. Variables such as cloud cover and sky view obstruction
Date Unfilmed Max W/m² V-Kool Max W/m² Difference (Unfilmed vs V-Kool)
27-Mar-15 242 96 60%
28-Mar-15 243 96 61%
29-Mar-15 246 94 62%
30-Mar-15 217 89 59%
31-Mar-15 137 56 59%
1-Apr-15 187 77 59%
2-Apr-15 214 84 61%
3-Apr-15 196 79 59%
4-Apr-15 219 91 59%
5-Apr-15 16 7 56%
6-Apr-15 188 77 59%
7-Apr-15 201 86 57%
8-Apr-15 64 28 56%
9-Apr-15 172 72 58%
10-Apr-15 68 32 53%
11-Apr-15 77 37 52%
12-Apr-15 217 87 60%
13-Apr-15 217 88 59%
14-Apr-15 242 96 60%
Average Max UV 177 72 58%
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from nearby buildings. From the maximum values we collected off the data logger, we
compared the values to those recorded from the airport (Table 4).
Table 4: Easterwood Airport Max UV Index Values compared to the Max UV Values collected
from the Hobo UV Sensors. It also shows the percentage of radiation reflected by the filmed &
non-filmed window.
Cloud
Conditions
Max Radiation
(W/m²) Un-Filmed
%
Reflected V-Kool
%
Reflected
Overcast 200 187 7% 77 62%
Mostly Cloudy 100 214 -114% 84 16%
Partly Cloudy 75 196 -161% 79 -6%
Overcast 225 219 2% 91 60%
Overcast 127.5 16 88% 7 95%
Partly Cloudy 185 188 -2% 77 58%
Partly Cloudy 225 201 11% 86 62%
Overcast 175 64 63% 28 84%
Mostly Cloudy 150 172 -15% 72 52%
Overcast 125 68 46% 32 74%
Overcast 100 77 23% 37 63%
Mostly Cloudy 225 217 4% 87 61%
Clear 225 217 4% 88 61%
Partly Cloudy 250 242 3% 96 62%
Avg Max UV 171 163 -3% 67 57%
The amount of UV reflected or absorbed by the V-Kool window film has average to
reduce over half the amount of radiation passing into the building thru the normal window. The
performance of the V-Kool UV Window Film is positive blocking over half the available UV
throughout the day. The average amount of UV reflected at the window was just over 61
percent, including a 57 percent reduction during the peak radiation period. The average
amount of radiation blocked by the film is consistent with a previous study on UV Films in 2005.
Humayer Chowdhury at el…(2007) used the same V-Kool window film also calculating a 60%
refection rate, outperforming all other manufacturers.
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Table 5: Halbouty 2nd Floor Skywalk Radiation Difference (Non-Filmed vs
Filmed) 3PM-7PM for March 28-April 14.
The un-filmed window shows how inefficient the building standards were place at the
time of construction. The results are still positive for the overall objective of this research
project since it shows the inability of the current windows are at reducing solar radiation
inflow. It shows a great possibility of being one of the factors contributing to warmer office
temperatures and higher energy consumption. Table 6 shows the temperature measurements
at peak times (2-6PM).
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W/m²
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Halbouty 2nd Floor Skywalk
(3PM-7PM)
Unfilmed Window
Filmed WIndow
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Table 6: Four day temperature comparison between no-filmed vs filmed window during
Peak Radiation Load (2-6PM)
Currently the energy rates are “$3.00 per square feet (sqft/day) to cool the O&M
building with a cost projection of $2.40 (sqft/day) after the film is installed” (UES). The amount
of energy used to condition the O&M environment is 13.6 BTUs w/o the window film installed.
(UES) The UES also projects a $58,000 consumption savings if the entire building was outfitted
with the UV film in turn paying for the project in 5 years. In order to confirm or deny the results
calculated by UES, we will determine a baseline temperature and air flow movement (in terms
of cubic feet per minute (CFM). If the results look promising, future Geos 4005 students will
continue collecting a full year’s worth of data.
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DegreesC
Temperature
No Film
Film
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With the data we obtained from our experiments, we ran an ANOVA test comparing the
amount of radiation reflected during the 2-6PM peak times. We obtained a P value w answers
the question: If all the populations really have the same mean (the treatments are ineffective),
what is the chance that random sampling would result in means as far apart (or more so) as
observed in this experiment? (6) Our calculated p-value= 1.55*10-7 which is reassuring since
the smaller a p-value number is the more likelihood our original hypothesis will be proven
correct.
Table 7: Solar insulation amount measured at the windows during peak 2-6PM
(Radiation is in W/m2)
The next step in our research is to begin collecting and analyzing data for the 12th Floor
of the O&M. The current location we are measuring the office of Dr. Thomas (1204 B&C) and
Dr. Dessler (1210B). Both offices have thermostats located inside where the sensors are
located, however, the area controlled by the thermostat consists of several other rooms.
Therefore other radiation sensors will be placed on the windows of the adjacent rooms along
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with temperature measurements to test the difference between the rooms. During the
summer, we will continue to measure solar radiation, temperature, and light intensity for the
12th floor of the O&M. The goal is to get a baseline data set before the window film is installed
and begin recording data after installation. Once we have the sufficient amount of data, can we
determine the baseline temperature range from which future Geos 405 research teams will use
to calculate a more accurate reduction in energy consumption and overall costs savings.
Conclusion
The amount of solar radiation being able to enter the building through the original and
still installed windows, the V-Kool 40 Window Film is effective in reducing over half the amount
than the window alone. The results from the pre-survey show the current professors believe
their rooms are too hot/too cold and use their blinds to reduce the amount of light directly
entering the room. Our calculations are similar to those that Utility and Energy Services with
the project paying itself off between 4-5 years. Figure 1 below shows the 12th floor rooms and
orientation and figure 2 showing the air flow (CFM) along with thermostat locations.
Policy Implications
This project is full of policy implications that could be highly beneficial not only Texas
A&M but for potential residential use throughout the nation. In Bryan/College Station, new city
ordinances have been past Section 402.15 Single pane windows shall not be allowed in the
building envelope along with Insulation And Fenestration Requirements By Component defined
by deleting the 0.30 solar heat gain coefficient in the Glazed Fenestration SHGC column for
Climate Zone 2 and requiring a solar heat gain of 0.35 (6). If the project is successful in showing
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a reduction in energy consumption (BTUs) and air movement (CFMS), other buildings could be
outfitted with the V-KOOL 40 window film providing more savings throughout the older
buildings on the campus of Texas A&M University.
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Figures
1) O&M Building 12th
Floor Map Layout, Provided by UES:
2) Air Flow Chart 12th
Floor of the O&M Building, Provided by UES:
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Faculty and Staff who have gone above and beyond in assisting with this project:
1) Texas A&M University Energy Services (UES)
2) Maureen Reap, College of Geosciences Facilities Coordinator: Texas A&M University
3) Amy Chen, O&M Energy Steward: Texas A&M University
4) Dr. Brendan Roark, Department of Geosciences: Texas A&M University
5) Aggie Green Fund
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