Sustainable Air Conditioning Systems

Author : Chaouki Ghenai
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 1789233003
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sustainable Air Conditioning Systems written by Chaouki Ghenai and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-06-13 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Air conditioning system is one of the major consumers of electrical energy in many parts of the world today. It represents between 40 and 70% of the energy consumption in commercial buildings. The demand of energy for air conditioning systems is expected to increase further in the next decades due to the population growth, the new economic boom, and the urbanization development. The rapid growth of air conditioning and electricity consumption will contribute further to climate change if fossil and nonrenewable resources are used. More energy-efficient and renewable energy-based air conditioning systems to accomplish space cooling are needed. This book intends to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in sustainable air conditioning technologies and focus on the most recent research and development on green air conditioning systems including energy-efficient and renewable energy-based air conditioning systems.

Author : Tareq Salameh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781789233018
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sustainable Air Conditioning Systems written by Tareq Salameh and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Air conditioning system is one of the major consumers of electrical energy in many parts of the world today. It represents between 40 and 70% of the energy consumption in commercial buildings. The demand of energy for air conditioning systems is expected to increase further in the next decades due to the population growth, the new economic boom, and the urbanization development. The rapid growth of air conditioning and electricity consumption will contribute further to climate change if fossil and nonrenewable resources are used. More energy-efficient and renewable energy-based air conditioning systems to accomplish space cooling are needed. This book intends to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in sustainable air conditioning technologies and focus on the most recent research and development on green air conditioning systems including energy-efficient and renewable energy-based air conditioning systems.

Author : Javad Khazaii
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319110470
Total Pages : 165 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Energy-Efficient HVAC Design written by Javad Khazaii and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-10-17 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides readers with essential knowledge enabling the successful design of today's new energy efficient HVAC systems. The author introduces important concepts such as Knowledge Categorization, Performance Based Design Standards, and Quantification of Uncertainty in Energy Modeling for Buildings. Pivotal topics that all HVAC and architectural engineers must master in order to navigate the green building renaissance are given focused attention, including the role of renewables, air quality, automatic controls, and thermal comfort. Relevant ASHRAE standards, as well as sustainability scoring systems such as BREEAM, HQE, LEED and CASBEE are explained in depth. Armed with the material contained in this practical reference, students and practitioners alike will become more effective and prepared for engineering success.

Author : Y. H. Venus Lun
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030313875
Total Pages : 137 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Heat Pumps for Sustainable Heating and Cooling written by Y. H. Venus Lun and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-11-13 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights the significance of using sustainable energy to prevent the deterioration of our planet using heat pumps. Energy sustainability can be achieved through improved energy efficiency. In this regard, heat pumps offer an energy-efficient alternative for heating and cooling. To drive the adoption of heat pumps as a key component of sustainable buildings, the authors focus on examining sustainable practices in heat pump operations and innovative system design. In view of the growing desire to use sustainable energy to meet heating and cooling demands and improve indoor air quality, this book offers a valuable reference guide to the available options in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning) system design. To begin with, the authors define sustainable energy and discuss the trend of “thinking green” in building design. They then discuss sustainable practices and heat pump applications in mapping out HVAC systems. In turn, they examine the use of green operations to promote sustainable practices and, in order to highlight the importance of innovative design, discuss the configuration options and precision control aspects. In closing, the authors illustrate innovative sustainable design on the basis of several energy-efficient cases. The book’s main goal is to drive the adoption of sustainable energy solutions. Heat pumps, it argues, represent the most efficient system for meeting commercial/recreational/residential heating and cooling demands. The book not only examines industrial practices in heat pump application, but also discusses advanced heat pump technologies and innovative heat pump designs.

Author : Dennis Johansson
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 303000662X
Total Pages : 1095 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cold Climate HVAC 2018 written by Dennis Johansson and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-12-12 with total page 1095 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents the proceedings of the 9th Cold Climate HVAC conference, which was held in Kiruna, Sweden in 2018. The conference highlighted key technologies and processes that allow scientists, designers, engineers, manufacturers and other decision makers in cold climate regions to achieve good indoor environmental quality (IEQ) with a minimum use of energy and other resources. The conference addressed various technical, economic and social aspects of buildings and HVAC systems in new and renovated buildings. This proceedings volume gathers peer-reviewed papers by a diverse and international range of authors and showcases perspectives and practices in cold climate building design from around the globe. The following major aspects, which include both fundamental and theoretical research as well as applications and case studies, are covered: (1) Energy and power efficiency and low-energy buildings; (2) Renovating buildings; (3) Efficient HVAC components; (4) Heat pumps and geothermal systems; (5) Municipal and city energy systems; (6) Construction management; (7) Buildings in operation; (8) Building simulation; (9) Reference data; (10) Transdisciplinary connections and social aspects; (11) Indoor environments and health; (12) Moisture safety and water damage; (13) Codes, regulations, standards and policies; and (14) Other aspects of buildings in cold climates.

Author : Ursula Eicker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9780470744062
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Low Energy Cooling for Sustainable Buildings written by Ursula Eicker and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-03-23 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This long-awaited reference guide provides a complete overview of low energy cooling systems for buildings, covering a wide range of existing and emerging sustainable energy technologies in one comprehensive volume. An excellent data source on cooling performance, such as building loads or solar thermal chiller efficiencies, it is essential reading for building services and renewable energy engineers and researchers covering sustainable design. The book is unique in including a large set of experimental results from years of monitoring actual building and energy plants, as well as detailed laboratory and simulation analyses. These demonstrate which systems really work in buildings, what the real costs are and how operation can be optimized – crucial information for planners, builders and architects to gain confidence in applying new technologies in the building sector. Inside you will find valuable insights into: the energy demand of residential and office buildings; facades and summer performance of buildings; passive cooling strategies; geothermal cooling; active thermal cooling technologies, including absorption cooling, desiccant cooling and new developments in low power chillers; sustainable building operation using simulation. Supporting case study material makes this a useful text for senior undergraduate students on renewable and sustainable energy courses. Practical and informative, it is the best up-to-date volume on the important and rapidly growing area of cooling.

Author : Charles Nehme
Publisher : Charles Nehme
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 183 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sustainable HVAC Systems: Designing for Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact written by Charles Nehme and published by Charles Nehme. This book was released on with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The environmental impact of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems has become an increasingly critical concern in the modern world. As climate change and environmental sustainability rise to the forefront of global issues, the need for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly HVAC solutions has never been more pressing. Historically, HVAC systems have been significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption. However, advancements in technology and design are driving a transformation towards more sustainable practices. Modern HVAC systems are now being designed with a strong emphasis on minimizing their environmental footprint. This includes innovations in energy efficiency, the use of eco-friendly refrigerants, improved building insulation, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Manufacturers and engineers are also focusing on developing smart HVAC systems that optimize performance and reduce energy wastage through intelligent controls and automation. Moreover, the implementation of green building standards, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), is encouraging the adoption of sustainable HVAC practices. These standards set stringent criteria for energy efficiency and environmental impact, pushing the industry towards greener solutions. This discussion delves into the various strategies and technologies employed in the design of modern HVAC systems to mitigate their environmental impact. By examining these innovations, we can better understand how the HVAC industry is evolving to meet the challenges of sustainability and climate change, ensuring that our heating, cooling, and ventilation needs are met in an eco-friendly manner.

Author : Walter T. Grondzik
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1933742135
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Air-conditioning System Design Manual written by Walter T. Grondzik and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2007 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Air Conditioning Manual assists entry-level engineers in the design of air-conditioning systems. It is also usable - in conjunction with fundamental HVAC&R resource material - as a senior- or graduate-level text for a university course in HVAC system design. The manual was written to fill the void between theory and practice - to bridge the gap between real-world design practices and the theoretical calculations and analytical procedures or on the design of components. This second edition represents an update and revision of the manual. It now features the use of SI units throughout, updated references and the editing of many illustrations. * Helps engineers quickly come up with a design solution to a required air conditioning system. * Includes issues from comfort to cooling load calculations. * New sections on "Green HVAC" systems deal with hot topic of sustainable buildings.

Author : Mat Santamouris
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9813236981
Total Pages : 421 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cooling Energy Solutions For Buildings And Cities written by Mat Santamouris and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2019-02-12 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the first book of its kind, this volume addresses the problem of the future cooling energy demand, the global frame defining the actual and future cooling energy consumption in the building sector. Based on the explored inputs and forecasts, a model was developed to predict the future cooling energy consumption of both the residential and commercial sector. Low energy, high-performance technological solutions for cooling energy problem in the building and city level will be presented.

Author : Michael Molinar
Publisher : Michael Molinar
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Future Water Conservation written by Michael Molinar and published by Michael Molinar. This book was released on 2023-08-30 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the groundbreaking world of AC water recycling, where advanced technology merges with environmental awareness to reshape our water conservation practices. This enlightening book guides you through an enthralling journey, unveiling the untapped potential of air conditioning units in homes and businesses and addressing the critical issue of water scarcity. Within these pages, you'll uncover the surprising capacity of home AC units to generate water alongside the impressive output of commercial AC systems daily and even hourly. Additionally, you'll gain insight into the distressing waste of millions of gallons of water in states facing severe shortages: California, Texas, Arizona, and Nevada. In regions like these, where water wastage is prevalent, this innovative approach to water generation could be the game-changer we need. We've found a practical solution to mitigate water scarcity in these areas by harnessing the condensate water produced by air conditioners. This book reveals the untapped potential of AC water recycling, emphasizing how minor adjustments and heightened awareness can significantly contribute to water conservation efforts. Embrace the promise of air conditioning units as a sustainable answer to water scarcity as we collectively work towards a greener and more water-abundant future.