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Download full textNational Electrical Contractors Association, Washington, DC. – 1967
In this monograph dealing with the suitability of electrically powered systems to emerging architectural trends, emphasis is upon the relationship of mechanical systems to overall building design. Topics discussed are--(1) All Electric Systems are Right for the Times, (2) Electric Systems Enlarge Freedom of Design, (3) Approaching the Question:…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Climate Control, Educational Facilities Design, Electricity
Manzo, Joseph P. – Engineering Education, 1979
The survival of the consulting engineer depends on adequate training in environmental systems and energy technologies. A mechanical/electrical building systems curriculum is proposed. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Architectural Education, Building Design, Building Systems
Harrison, David – 1978
The Solar Schoolhouse at the Lathrop E. Smith Environmental Education Center (Rockville, Maryland) is described. Background and construction information is given. Drawings of the Schoolhouse's four sides are provided, as well as drawings illustrating the greenhouse effect, a solar collector, the Schoolhouse's summer cooling and winter heating…
Descriptors: Building Operation, Climate Control, Diagrams, Energy Conservation
Byalin, Joan – 1981
This book is the first in a series of Energy Tool Kits designed for women by Consumer Action Now, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy resources. Information is provided in 16 sections: introduction, home energy survey; caulking; weatherstripping (double-hung and sliding windows, and casement,…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Conservation Education, Electrical Appliances, Energy
Federal Energy Administration, Washington, DC. – 1975
This pamphlet presents simple suggestions for energy conservation. Sections include: (1) In and around the home; (2) Using the family car; and (3) In the marketplace. The suggestions given are mostly common sense tips like dressing appropriately for either hot or cold weather, use electrical appliances and lights sparingly and at off-peak times,…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Electrical Appliances, Energy Conservation, Facility Improvement
Rankins, William H., III; Wilson, David A. – 1976
This publication is a handbook for the do-it-yourselfer or anyone else interested in solar space and water heating. Described are methods for calculating sun angles, available energy, heating requirements, and solar heat storage. Also described are collector and system designs with mention of some design problems to avoid. Climatological data for…
Descriptors: Climate, Climate Control, Energy, Energy Conservation
Wilson, A. Grant – 1967
This discussion of air leakage emphasizes cause and provides suggestions for elimination of undesirable effects. Cause parameters described are--(1) pressure differential, (2) building shape, (3) temperature differential, (4) opening sizes, (5) mechanical system pressures, and (6) climatic factors. Effects discussed are--(1) increased mechanical…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Building Design, Climate, Climate Control
Hunt, Margaret – Nation's Schools, 1974
Describes the main features of four experimental solar heating plans to be installed in four different schools in Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Virginia. (Author/DN)
Descriptors: Climate Control, Elementary Schools, Energy Conservation, Fuel Consumption
Caldwell, William; And Others – 1979
This activity and record book is designed for unit 1 (ages 9-11) of the Nebraska 4-H Energy Project. In this project, members are required to: (1) use energy wisely by closing doors and turning off lights; (2) inspecting homes for energy use at least once; (3) judging the best use of lighting in a home; (4) sharing ideas about energy use in a…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Conservation Education, Educational Games, Elementary Education
Building Research Inst., Inc., Washington, DC. – 1963
A REPORT OF A PROGRAM HELD AS PART OF THE BUILDING RESEARCH INSTITUTE 1962 SPRING CONFERENCE ON THE SOLAR EFFECTS ON BUILDING DESIGN. TOPICS DISCUSSED ARE--(1) SOLAR ENERGY DATA APPLICABLE TO BUILDING DESIGN, (2) THERMAL EFFECTS OF SOLAR RADIATION ON MAN, (3) SOLAR EFFECTS ON ARCHITECTURE, (4) SOLAR EFFECTS ON BUILDING COSTS, (5) SELECTION OF…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning Equipment, Building Design, Climate Control, Controlled Environment
Honeywell, Inc., Minneapolis, Minn. – 1967
THIS HONEYWELL PAMPHLET DISCUSSES SOME ASPECTS OF PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE OF AUTOMATIC CONTROLS, HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING, AND COMPARES IN-PLANT WITH CONTRACT SERVICE, CONCLUDING THAT CONTRACT SERVICE IS PREFERABLE AND DESCRIBING A NUMBER OF MAINTENANCE PLANS WHICH THEY FURNISH. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROVIDES--(1) MORE EFFICIENT…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Budgeting, Building Operation, Climate Control
Making the Most of Your Energy Dollars in Home Heating & Cooling. NBS Consumer Information Series 8.
Jacobs, Madeleine; Petersen, Stephen R. – 1975
This pamphlet is a homeowner's guide to home weatherization. It provides a step-by-step energy audit that anyone can use to help determine the insulation needs of their home. This is not a "how-to-do-it" booklet, but is a guide by which homeowners can determine the best combination of improvements for their house, climate, and fuel…
Descriptors: Climate, Climate Control, Consumer Education, Economic Factors
Tennessee Univ., Knoxville. School Planning Lab. – 1975
These papers presented to educators within the state of Tennessee represent the latest thinking regarding techniques for long-range energy conservation when planning and constructing school facilities. The current and future availability of energy sources is summarized. Some of the wasteful practices consumers and manufacturers have practiced are…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Educational Facilities, Educational Facilities Improvement, Electricity
Federal Highway Administration (DOT), Washington, DC. Office of Right-of-Way and Environment. – 1975
The manual presents material designed to acquaint housing inspectors and their supervisors with the origin of public concern about housing problems; the past, present, and new approaches to housing code administration; the expanded role of the inspection function in the neighborhood improvement effort; and the general nature of their role and…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Construction (Process), Electrical Systems, Guides
Rudoy, William – School Business Affairs, 1976
Descriptors: Architectural Research, Climate Control, Elementary Secondary Education, Energy Conservation
