Residential Manual: For Compliance with The 1998 Energy Efficiency Standards (For211 Low-Rise Residential Buildings)

摘要

This manual explains the requirements for approval of Alternative Calculation211u001eMethods (ACMs) used to demonstrate compliance with the Energy Efficiency 211u001eStandards for nonresidential buildings. The approval process for nonresidential 211u001eAlternative Calculation Methods (ACMs) is specified in Title 24, Part 1, Chapter 211u001e10, Sections 101-110 of the California Code of Regulations. Nonresidential 211u001eAlternative Calculation Methods (ACMs) are used in the performance approach to 211u001edemonstrate compliance with the Energy Efficiency Standards for nonresidential 211u001ebuildings as outlined in Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 1, Section 141. The Energy 211u001eCommission develops and implements the Energy Efficiency Standards. The 211u001eCommission approves alternative calculation methods which may be used for 211u001edemonstrating compliance with the performance approach in the nonresidential 211u001estandards. This manual describes the methods and the process for approval of 211u001eAlternative Calculation Methods (ACMs). It includes the required capabilities, 211u001eoptional capabilities, certification tests, compliance supplement specifications 211u001eand vendor requirements for ongoing support of the ACM.