FUND 3 - Fundamentals of Electric & Gas Baseload

Wednesday, May 18, 2005  ·  3:45 PM - 5:25 PM

FUNDAMENTALS

FUND 3 BPI

Fundamentals of Electric & Gas Baseload

As space conditioning energy requirements decrease, the relative share of electric and/or gas baseload use often becomes a larger issue in whole house performance. Recognizing opportunities and responding appropriately is a winning proposition. By looking at a variety of end uses, prioritizing treatments, and dealing with diagnostics, hardware, and lifestyle issues, this session sets the table for achieving a reduced residential energy lunch without sacrificing the fiber.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Define and explore a variety of baseload end uses

2. Explore methods of measurement, diagnostic techniques, and equipment

3. Survey options and responses proven to reduce consumption

Keywords: baseload, consumer, costs, efficiency, electric, energy efficiency, fundamentals, gas, housing performance, occupant education, performance, testing, utility bills, water

Rana Belshe, Conservation Connection Consulting, Fairchild, WI

Rick Karg, R.J. Karg Associates/WxWare Diagnostics, Topsham, ME

Type: 100 Minute Session
CEU: Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Rana Belshe
• Rick Karg