Net zero energy design : a guide for commercial architecture

Author

• Hootman, Tom

Additional Author(s)

-

Publisher

Hoboken, New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2013

Language

English

ISBN

9781118018545

Series

Subject(s)

• ARCHITECTURE AND ENERGY CONSERVATION
• COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS-ENERGY CONSERVATION
• COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS-ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS

Notes

. . Index: p. 431-441

Abstract

Conveniently organized and packed with robust technical content and clear explanations of key principles
Written by an architect who is the director of sustainability at a global architecture firm, Net Zero Energy Design is a practical guide for architects and related construction professionals who want to design and build net zero energy commercial architecture. It offers no-nonsense strategies, step-by-step technical analysis, and valuable examples, in addition to developed case studies. With a focus on application in a variety of building types and scales, the book also develops a broad-based understanding of all the integrated principles involved in achieving net zero energy.
This book is an indispensable resource for anyone venturing into net zero energy design, construction, and operation, and it also serves as an excellent resource on a variety of sustainable design topics. Important features include:
• Organization based upon the commercial building delivery process
• Robust technical content for use in actual project applications
• Analysis examples that demonstrate key technical principles
• Plenty of design data for use as a valuable design resource
• Abundant and sophisticated information graphics and color illustrations and photographs
• A distinct design focus on the content that inspires adoption of principles into projects

Physical Dimension

Number of Page(s)

xix, 441 p.

Dimension

28 cm.

Other Desc.

ill.

Summary / Review / Table of Content

Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
My Net Zero Energy Journey
How To Use This Book
Chapter 1: Net Zero Energy Building Overview
The Case for Net Zero Energy Buildings
Defining Net Zero Energy
Classifying Net Zero Energy Buildings
Alternative Approaches to Net Zero Energy
Certifying Net Zero Energy Buildings
Building Industry Research and Trends
Building Industry Programs
Building Industry Codes and Regulations
Building Rating and Energy Labeling Systems
Chapter 2: Project Conception and Delivery
The Net Zero Energy Objective
Project Conception
Project Planning
Project Team Selection
Delivery Methods
Risks and Rewards
Chapter 3: Integrated Process
Integrated Delivery and Management
Project Delivery Phases
Integrated Design Methods
Building Energy Modeling
Chapter 4: Energy
Energy Basics
Energy Use Intensity
Energy Targets
Energy and Thermal Comfort
Chapter 5: Design Fundamentals
Energy Design Conditions
Climate Assessment
Site Assessment
Building Massing and Geometry
Building Type and Zoning
Chapter 6: Passive Architecture
Passive Design
Design Science
Building Envelope
Passive Strategies
Chapter 7: Energy-Efficient Building Systems
Active Systems
Basic Concepts
HVAC Overview
Low-Energy Distribution
Low-Energy Primary Equipment
Domestic Hot Water
Lighting
District Energy
Chapter 8: Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Basics
Solar Power
Solar Thermal
Wind
Hydro
Geothermal
Biomass
Fuel Cells and Hydrogen
Chapter 9: Economics
Financial Considerations
Financial Models
Financial Analysis
Net Zero Energy and the Real Estate Market
Chapter 10: Operations and Occupancy
Building Operation
Plug Loads
Green Behavior
Net Zero Energy Performance Plan
Chapter 11: Net Zero Energy
Net Zero Energy Balance
Net Zero Energy Measures
Carbon Neutrality
Chapter 12: Case Study: DOE/NREL Research Support Facility
Introduction
Process
Project Economics
Climate, Site, and Program
Design Response
Operation and Occupancy
Performance Metrics
Contributing Authors
Bibliography
About the Author
Index

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