Published: Cure for the Cold—4 Energy-Saving Tips for Buildings in Cold Climates
October 07, 2019
October 07, 2019
To reduce heating loads for school buildings in cold climates, focus on these four design and operations tips published in Building Operating Management
In cold climates, significant energy is used to heat buildings during the coldest times of the year—when buildings are most heavily used—providing a separate set of challenges. As a generalization, cold-climate design means that the building is typically in heating mode. Controlling heat loss, managing energy costs, and controlling thermal comfort are primary drivers.