Retrofit to existing RTU that steps supply fan speed in response to calls for cooling or heating. Technology controls outside air in response to occupancy sensors and CO2 monitors. The purpose of this project is to review the effectiveness of the above...

This field study is evaluating the potential of variable capacity heat pump (VCHP) systems that have the ability to use smart integrated controls, variable-speed drives, refrigerant piping, and heat recovery to provide interior temperature control on products that can be controlled by a smart...

This field study is evaluating the potential and current DR capabilities of climate-appropriate air-conditioning (AC) systems, such as evaporative cooling and variable capacity heat pump systems. Targeted DR and EE programs can help reduce high peak demand caused by increased AC use and address...

This sub-project will evaluate the demand response capability of residential variable capacity heat pump (VCHP) systems. These are "traditional American-style" high static ducked systems. Testing will focus on one to two systems from three to five manufacturers. Lab testing and field testing will...

Technology Evaporatively pre-cools condenser air, coupled with outside air pre-cooling. Field Test to determine electrical energy savings, water usage, construct ability, and maintenance issues associated with...

This project will look at "Gamification" to motivate people to use less energy, either by changing their behavior or by purchasing energy-efficient appliances, equipment, or buildings. Gamification is “approaching problems from the perspective of a game designer to tap into the psychology of...

This study will investigate the evolution and development in Life Cycle Costing techniques and their adoption in various intelligent building investments; what is the actual adoption rate of this methodology and what should be done to mitigate roadblocks in LCC adoption. This study will also...

This project will conduct market and industry survey to understand current market monetization models for benchmarking and assess the current end-user wants and needs – leading to development of successful monetization models; assess feasibility of industry participants to implement new...

Evaporatively cools incoming condenser air of air-cooled HVAC equipment. The purpose of this project is to test the feasibility of installing a technology on existing rooftop AC units that lowers the incoming condenser air temperature. The technology uses water evaporation to accomplish this air...

Retrofit to existing RTU that steps supply fan speed in response to calls for cooling or heating. Technology controls outside air in response to occupancy sensors and CO2 monitors. The purpose of this project is to review the effectiveness of the technology through evaluations in the...