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Randal, Judith – Change, 1976
"A Study of Climatological Research as It Pertains to Intelligence Problems," supplied by the CIA to the President's Domestic Council in August 1974, may turn out to be the impetus needed to launch a major publicly funded research initiative. It was prompted by a University of Wisconsin (Institute for Environmental Studies) study on…
Descriptors: Agricultural Production, Agricultural Research Projects, Climate, Climate Control
Bevington, E. Milton – American School & University, 2002
Education institutions rely heavily on good HVAC systems. Maintaining these systems can be expensive and are a significant factor in operating costs. Energy conservation is a real resource that is often overlooked. This article addresses what causes energy waste, how schools can find sources of energy waste, and how schools can improve…
Descriptors: Building Operation, Climate Control, Educational Facilities Planning, Educational Finance
Krysiak, Barbara H. – School Business Affairs, 1999
Numerous studies have reported the deteriorating conditions in school buildings. One of the primary causes of this national problem is lack of proper maintenance of school facilities. Outlines a comprehensive assessment and planning process to provide a district with a road map for making decisions about facility improvement. (MLF)
Descriptors: Climate Control, Elementary Secondary Education, Facility Guidelines, Facility Inventory
Johnson, Donald M. – Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education, 2004
Evaporative cooling systems are commonly used in controlled environment plant and animal production. These cooling systems operate based on well defined psychrometric principles. However, students often experience considerable difficulty in learning these principles when they are taught in an abstract, verbal manner. This article describes an…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Physical Environment
Wood Lee, Mary – 1988
This study focuses on the prevention and basic treatment of recurring mold growth in tropical climates where library-wide environmental control is not always possible. The introduction discusses major climatic groups; the effects of climate on specific materials found in library resources; and the range of options for modifying the environment.…
Descriptors: Climate, Climate Control, Emergency Programs, Environmental Influences
Caldwell, William; And Others – 1980
This leader's guide is designed for units 2 and 3 of the Nebraska 4-H Energy Project. The goals of the project are to: (1) help young people understand energy problems related to life styles; (2) use energy resources carefully; (3) guide members in choosing their own energy alternatives; and (4) to enjoy together the challenges and creativity of…
Descriptors: Careers, Climate Control, Conservation Education, Elementary Secondary Education
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
Cochran, Justin; Raju, P. K.; Sankar, Chetan – Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research, 2005
Problem Statement: Vogtle Electric Generating Plant operated by Southern Nuclear Operating Company, a subsidiary of Southern Company, has found itself at a decision point. Vogtle depends on their natural draft cooling towers to remove heat from the power cycle. Depending on the efficiency of the towers, the cycle can realize more or less power…
Descriptors: Engineering Technology, Power Technology, Climate Control, Water
American Association of School Administrators, Washington, DC. – 1978
This report is a summary of the first of five phases of a demonstration project of energy conservation school building modifications. The ten schools studied in this phase were selected as typical of the variations of building design, construction, and location for schools in this country. Given in this report are: (1) descriptions of the schools…
Descriptors: Building Operation, Climate Control, Cost Effectiveness, Demonstration Programs

Wert, Jonathan M.; Worthington, Barry K. – 1978
This document is a checklist of 257 energy management options for small business and local government. The energy management options are categorized under: (1) Energy management strategies; (2) Buildings; (3) Lighting; (4) Water; (5) Waste operations; (6) Equipment; (7) Transportation; and (8) Food preparation. To select options for…
Descriptors: Building Operation, Business Administration, Check Lists, Climate Control
Texas Univ., Austin. – 1963
THE AUDITORIUM TEACHING FACILITY DISCUSSED IN THIS BROCHURE IS DESIGNED PRIMARILY TO FILL THE NEED FOR LECTURE FACILITIES FOR GROUPS OF STUDENTS UP TO 300. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCH A FACILITY ARE LISTED AS LARGE SEATING CAPACITY, EASY ACCESS AND CIRCULATION FOR STUDENTS, MODIFICATION, DIVISIBILITY, AND CONFIGURATION. FLOOR PLANS AND A LIST OF…
Descriptors: Audio Equipment, Auditoriums, Classrooms, Climate Control
CURTIS, H.A.; STUART, FRED – 1964
A COMPARISON WAS MADE OF ONE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SCHOOL WITH ONE OR MORE NON-CLIMATE CONTROLLED SCHOOLS OF SIMILAR SIZE WITH RESPECT TO FACTORS OF COST AND OUTCOMES, IN THE PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM. EACH OF THE FOUR SCHOOLS STUDIED HAD THE FOLLOWING SIMILARITIES--LOCATION, COST OF CONSTRUCTION, OCCUPANCY RATE, AND OPERATING…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Classroom Environment, Climate Control, Comparative Analysis
Ackerman, Allan D.; And Others – 1975
This book is designed to answer energy conservation questions about the home. It explains what energy conservation procedures are most efficient and under what conditions. Means for estimating the financial cost of these energy-saving home improvements are included. The book is divided into four parts: (1) A quick look at your home; (2) A closer…
Descriptors: Climate Control, Conservation Education, Consumer Science, Energy Conservation
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