December 15, 2004—More than 200 technologies and practices, known as T&Ps, were reviewed in order to select those that promise to (1) save at least 0.25% of national electricity use, (2) avoid “lost opportunities” in new construction, rehab, or equipment replacement; or (3) capture important regional opportunities. An analysis of these T&Ps are reviewed in a new report, Emerging Energy-Saving Technologies and Practices in the Building Sector as of 2004, a publication by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).
Of the 66 measures described in the report, the most attractive candidates, says ACEEE, include two distribution system improvements (leakproof ducts and duct sealing) and two practices (design of high-performance commercial buildings and retrocommissioning). These show particularly high energy-savings potential and are also very cost-effective.
Steven Nadel, ACEEE’s Executive Director, says, “The most promising of these technologies and practices can save this nation hundreds of billions of kilowatt-hours, and all at a cost per saved kilowatt-hour that is far lower than the cost of generating that power. The buildings sector is one of the largest in our energy economy, so for our nation, the potential monetary savings are huge, even before taking into account the productivity, energy security, and environmental benefits that will accrue.”
The report can be downloaded for free in part or in whole or can be ordered in hard copy for $75. For more information, contact ACEEE Publications.
