Energy Audit of Building Systems: An Engineering Approach, Fourth Edition addresses the critical intersection between energy efficiency and building performance optimization. It provides specialized knowledge and systematic approaches needed to evaluate existing buildings while achieving maximum energy savings and carbon-neutral operation.The new edition expands coverage to include dynamic and demand response technologies such as switchable glazing systems, phase change materials, and PV-integrated shading devices. It also includes a new chapter covering proven systems and effective analysis approaches for electrifying existing buildings. Enhanced problem sets and case studies provide practical applications for both residential and commercial building retrofits.This book will benefit building energy auditors, HVAC engineers, architects, facility managers, and advanced undergraduate students seeking specialized training in building energy management.Instructors will be able to utilize a Solutions Manual for their course.

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Utgivningsdatum:2026-12-30
Mått:156 x 234 x undefined mm
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Series
Antal sidor:680
Upplaga:4
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9781041273066

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Moncef Krarti, PhD, PE, LEED®AP, FASME, is the Professor and Coordinator for the Building Systems Program in the Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering Department at the University of Colorado, USA. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Building Energy Smart Technologies (BEST) Center. Dr. Krarti has helped the development of similar energy efficiency centers in other countries including Brazil, Mexico, and Tunisia. He has an extensive experience in promoting building energy efficiency technologies and policies overseas, including the development of building energy codes and energy efficiency training programs in several countries, including Tunisia, Sri Lanka, Egypt and collaborative research with over ten countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America. Dr. Krarti has published several books and textbooks on building energy systems, as well as over 400 technical journals and handbook chapters.

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1. Introduction to Energy Audit. 2. Energy Sources and Utility Rate Structures. 3. Economic Analysis. 4. Energy Analysis Tools. 5. Electrical Systems. 6. Building Envelope. 7. Secondary HVAC Systems. 8. Primary Heating and Cooling Systems. 9. Distributed Energy Systems. 10. Energy Management Control Systems. 11. Smart Building Energy Systems. 12. Water Management. 13. Large-Scale Retrofit Analysis. 14. Electrification Retrofit Analysis. 15. Methods for Estimating Energy Savings. 16. Audit Reports - Case Studies. 17. References. Appendix A. Conversion Factors. Appendix B. Weather Data.