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Handbook of Energy Engineering

Name: Handbook of Energy Engineering
Author: Albert Thumann, D. Paul, Ph.D. M...
ISBN: 9780132276870

by Albert Thumann, D. Paul, Ph.D. M...

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Handbook of Energy Engineering is used extensively as a reference text in colleges and universities and to help prepare individuals for the Certified Energy Manager's examination. Assuming no prior knowledge, the text proceeds from the basics and theory of energy utilization to specific state-of-the-art applications. An in-depth chapter on electrical system optimization provides a thorough examination of lighting systems, covering new lamps, ballasts, and controls. The fourth edition adds an important new chapter covering use of innovative third party financing mechanisms such as performance contracting to implement energy cost reduction measures, including guidelines for protecting your interests and assuring you get the results you expect.

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A comprehensive reference on applying the principles of energy engineering and management to electrical, HVAC, utility, process, and building system energy use. Offers methods for an energy analysis of any system, specific problems with worked solutions, and guidelines for using new financing mechanisms such as performance contracting. Also contains material on organizational, management, cost, and other non-technical considerations. No dates are given for the earlier editions. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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A guide to applying the principles of energy engineering and management to the design of electrical, HVAC, utility, process, and building systems for both new designs and retrofits. Provides instructions on energy analysis of any system, and includes coverage of nontechnical organizational and management considerations. Contains sample problems with solutions. This third edition includes a new chapter on the impact of retail competition on the price of electricity and implications of the Clean Air Act for CFC. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)