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5 EXISTINGBUILDINGS
Slide header copyIn This Chapter
> Sustainable existing buildings> Planning green projects for
existing buildings> Measures to improve existing
buildings> Retrocommissioning and
ongoing commissioning
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> According to Elefante, in a generation:20
Four out of five existing buildings will be renovated
But just two new buildings will be added to building stock
Slide header copyAssessing EB Project Goals
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> Considerations: Client motive/priority The “going-in” state of the
building Cost threshold Challenges
Slide header copyAssessment Tools
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> GBI’s CIEB Tool (pictured)
> ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
Slide header copySetting Performance Targets
> Realistic return on performance
> Realistic assessment of layout and design of building/leased spaces
> Set cost expectations> Comparable building
benchmarks
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Slide header copyMeasurement of Building Improvements
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> Site energy use/Source energy use
> Carbon foot print > Water usage> Waste
Slide header copyCommon Mistakes for EB Upgrades
> Focus on sustainability goals, not certification goals
> Recognize danger of too many improvements made without overall planning
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Slide header copyO&M Improvements
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> Green cleaning> Green pest
management> Efficient lighting > Maintenance of HVAC
operations> Staff training
> Tenant education> Purchasing policies> Preventive
maintenance> Supporting commuting
alternatives> Optimizing water use
for landscaping
Slide header copyCapital Upgrades
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> Considerations: Nature and length of building
operations disruptions Tenant support of upgrade Engineering limitations of building Expert consultation and
recommended options
Slide header copyCapital Upgrades for EB HVAC
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> Fuel cell power generation> Chilled-water applied systems (chiller)> Off peak cooling and thermal storage
systems> Combined heat and power (CHP)
systems> Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Slide header copyGetting the Word Out: Greenhouse Gas Savings
> EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator
> www.epa.gov/solar/energy-resources/calculator.html
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Slide header copyCommissioning for EB
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> Identifies and addresses system inefficiencies
> Improves building’s overall performance
> Helps drive operating expenses ↓, NOI ↑
> Identifies IEQ issues
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> Ensures owner expectations for operations
> Provides additional benefits
> Building staff well-trained
Retrocommissioning Benefits
Slide header copyRetrocommissioning Payback (Median)
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Slide header copyRetrocommissioning as First Step
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Slide header copyCommissioning Challenges
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> Rent structure disincentive for some owners
> Potential impact to tenant improvements already in place
> Disruption of building operations potentially impacts tenant’s business operations
Slide header copyCase Study: Existing Building O&M
> California EPA headquarters in Sacramento
> Has become example of how small changes in building practices can significantly increase its sustainability and reduce operating expenses
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Slide header copyExercise: Sustainable Existing Building Concepts
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Variable frequency drives (VFDs)Ongoing commissioningThermal storage systemCFLsAPPA custodial effectiveness auditHow maintenance may pay off in greater energy efficiencyGeothermal heat generationIntegrated upgrade approach
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