ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

COMF 6 - Efficient Space & Water Heating: Fact & Fiction

Wednesday, April 09, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 3:40 PM

Review an array of space and water heating technologies and their different overall performances. The advantages and caveats with some new systems, such as modulating furnaces and tankless water heaters, will be discussed. Integrated systems, combining space and water heating, can present major efficiency advantages or the contrary. Additional energy requirements, particularly for fans and motors, will be discussed. Examine advantages of superior systems, in terms of IAQ, GHG reduction, and comfort.

By attending this session, participants will

Appreciate the range of technologies now becoming available for space and water heating
Understand the benefits and potential drawbacks of some of the new systems, and why rated performance may or may not be achieved
Be better able to choose the most appropriate equipment and installation requirements for their applications and programs

Keyword(s): boiler, combustion, energy efficiency, furnace, HVAC, hydronics, indoor air quality, mechanical systems, performance, state-of-the-art, ventilation, water
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Delivering Comfort & Energy Reductions
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

Course Presenter(s):

A.C. Skip Hayden

Course Document(s):

COMF6_Hayden

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