When Genesys Engineering took on the job of conducting an energy audit for the Yale School of Medicine, it not only had to prove how it could increase efficiency for
I just wanted to thank Howard McKew for his many articles and insights in Engineered Systems over the years. So many times, you have focused on important design, construction, operation,
This Rhode Island center of higher learning challenged an initial
benchmark and forged a vision of better energy management through an
upgraded campus-wide BAS. A design-bid approach, a five-point
scorecard for grading bids, and a full-time monitor for the new setup
were just three example of how process can drive performance in
educational and commercial settings alike.
You’redesigning a data center. Which certification makes the most sense? Do
you really know how ASHRAE 90.1 does (or doesn’t apply) to your
project? Where have the mission critical bigwigs put their focus?
Develop perfect pitch for the differences involved and see why the
author prefers to play in the key of ENERGY STAR.
Maybe
the problem was born in design - overestimating pump head, or a
cooling tower that isn’t towering enough. Or it arose in
installation - say, misconnected coils. Even then, a fix may create
a new water mystery. Get in step with some successful detecting
habits to correct the next troubled system you see.