No-cost/Low-cost Ideas to Reduce Energy Use in Office Buildings

摘要

This article presents actual examples of energy savings achieved in office buildings occupied by federal government agencies (e.g., DOD, EPA, US Postal Service) and other entities. This has been done using no-cost and low-cost concepts of emergency electricity load reduction programs such as energy "coasting," reduced nighttime baseload electricity use, smart morning HVAC system startup, and bi-level lighting. Before and after comparisons highlight the reductions achieved. Examples are provided for buildings owned by Beacon Capital Partners or managed by Jones Lang LaSalle. Beacon Capital Partners owns and operates commercial office buildings throughout the US and Europe. Jones Lang LaSalle is a global real estate firm whose services include sustainable building management.