A step-by-step guide to energy engineering in the design of electrical, HVAC, utility, process and building systems, both new and retrofit. -- Detailed coverage of electrical system optimization, and state-of-the-art lighting systems including new lamps, ballasts and controls. -- Covers thermal storage, cogeneration, HVAC system optimization, and computer technologies. -- Discusses the coming impact of retail competition in the power marketplace.Now in its fourth edition, this is the industry's most well-respected guide to ...
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A step-by-step guide to energy engineering in the design of electrical, HVAC, utility, process and building systems, both new and retrofit. -- Detailed coverage of electrical system optimization, and state-of-the-art lighting systems including new lamps, ballasts and controls. -- Covers thermal storage, cogeneration, HVAC system optimization, and computer technologies. -- Discusses the coming impact of retail competition in the power marketplace.Now in its fourth edition, this is the industry's most well-respected guide to applied energy engineering and management.This book's easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach starts with the basics and progresses to the state-of-the-art. It presents methods for energy analysis for any system, including specific problems with worked-out solutions; guidelines for using new financing mechanisms, such as performance contracting; and coverage of organizational, management and cost considerations. Handbook of Energy Engineering has established itself as a widely-used reference and preparatory text for the Certified Energy Manager's Examination.
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