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Main Title Energy Costs of IAQ Control through Increased Ventilation in a Small Office in a Warm, Humid Climate: Parametric Analysis Using the DOE-2 Computer Model.
Author Henschel, D. B. ;
CORP Author Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC. Air Pollution Prevention and Control Div.
Publisher Nov 97
Year Published 1997
Report Number EPA/600/R-97/131;
Stock Number PB98-113368
Additional Subjects Indoor air quality ; Office buildings ; Ventilation ; Energy models ; Cost analysis ; Air flow ; Air intakes ; Air infiltration ; Air circulation ; Relative humidity ; Warmth ; Energy expenses ; Space HVAC systems ; Computerized simulation ; DOE-2 computer model
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NTIS  PB98-113368 Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. 07/26/2022
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Abstract
The report gives results of a series of computer runs using the DOE-2.1E building energy model, simulating a small office in a hot, humid climate (Miami). These simulations assessed the energy and relative humidity (RH) penalties when the outdoor air (OA) ventilation rate is increased from 5 to 20 cfm/person to improve indoor air quality. The effect was systematically assessed of each building and mechanical system parameter on the energy penalty resulting from increased OA. The cost and effectiveness were also assessed of methods for reducing elevated-RH hours. The parameters offering the greated practical potential for energy savings are conversion to: very efficient lighting and equipment; very efficient cooling coils; to a variable air volume (from a constant volume) system; cold-air distribution; or improved glazing or roof resistance to heat transfer. If the OA increase were accompanied by any one of these modifications, the energy penalty would be significantly reduced (comparing the modified system at 20 against the baseline at 5 cfm/person).