Hotels Apartments
Farmhouses and Villa Rentals
Plug
and Process Loads PPLs consume about one third of primary energy in
buildings. PPL efficiency has become pertinent in achieving aggressive energy
targets. Energy reduction strategies and applications cover a wide variety
of electronic, computer, refrigeration and cooking devices, as well as
equipment essential to buildings that operate in the hospitality sector in your
community. PPL Control Strategies vary by building type:
Turn
it off promotes occupant awareness to turn equipment off when not in
use, including training, newsletters, emails, signage, videos, reminders,
updates and incentive programs.
Advanced
Power Strips APSs are similar to conventional power strips that are
often used to plug multiple electronic devices into a wall outlet and have
built-in technology to save energy when the devices are not in use. APS
Technical Specification offers guidance on the APS procurement process and selecting
effective APS models. The Better Building Alliance has developed a one-page
how-to guide on properly installing APS.
Find out More
about Utility incentives for APSs in your Community
Equipment
with Low-Energy and ENERGY STAR® Certified Equipment. Significant energy
savings can be achieved by replacing old, inefficient equipment with low-energy
or ENERGY STAR® certified equipment.
Built-in automatic low-power state functionality, such as standby and
sleep modes saves energy. Automatic low-power states provide limited control,
but when configured correctly are inexpensive and effective energy-saving
strategy.
Design
Strategies new construction and major retrofit projects offer design
teams new PPL reduction opportunities to identify and remove standard specifications,
operations, and design standards that limit energy-saving opportunities.
Space
Efficiency is achieved by consolidating rooms, common and dining
areas. Equipment in these areas is used more efficiently when consolidated
rather than distributed, thus lowering PPLs.
Integrating
PPL controls with other building systems by integrating electrical
system and control outlets at workstations, achieved by installing switches,
vacancy sensors, timed disconnects and controlling outlets through the building
management system.
Sub-metering
and control options for new properties and extensive retrofits. PPLs should be
aggregated onto dedicated PPL electrical panels; circuits can be integrated
into a building control system to turn off PPLs during nonbusiness hours. These
panels also allow for easy energy sub-metering.
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