{"product_id":"net-zero-energy-design-isbn-9781118018545","title":"Net Zero Energy Design","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConveniently organized and packed with robust technical content and clear explanations of key principles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by an architect who is the director of sustainability at a global architecture firm, \u003ci\u003eNet Zero Energy Design\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical guide for architects and related construction professionals who want to design and build net zero energy commercial architecture. It offers no-nonsense strategies, step-by-step technical analysis, and valuable examples, in addition to developed case studies. With a focus on application in a variety of building types and scales, the book also develops a broad-based understanding of all the integrated principles involved in achieving net zero energy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is an indispensable resource for anyone venturing into net zero energy design, construction, and operation, and it also serves as an excellent resource on a variety of sustainable design topics. Important features include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganization based upon the commercial building delivery process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRobust technical content for use in actual project applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis examples that demonstrate key technical principles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlenty of design data for use as a valuable design resource\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbundant and sophisticated information graphics and color illustrations and photographs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA distinct design focus on the content that inspires adoption of principles into projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments IX\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn Introduction xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMy Net Zero Energy Journey XIII\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow To Use This Book xi v\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOV Chapter 1: Net Zero Energy Building\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverview 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Case for Net Zero Energy Buildings 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Net Zero Energy 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying Net Zero Energy Buildings 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlternative Approaches to Net Zero Energy 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCertifying Net Zero Energy Buildings 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Industry Research and Trends 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Industry Programs 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Industry Codes and Regulations 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Rating and Energy Labeling Systems 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePC Chapter 2: Project Conception and Delivery 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Net Zero Energy Objective 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Conception 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Planning 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Team Selection 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelivery Methods 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisks and Rewards 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIP Chapter 3: Integrated Process 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrated Delivery and Management 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Delivery Phases 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrated Design Methods 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Energy Modeling 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEn Chapter 4: Energy 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Basics 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Use Intensity 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Targets 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy and Thermal Comfort 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDF Chapter 5: Design Fundamentals 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Design Conditions 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClimate Assessment 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite Assessment 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Massing and Geometry 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Type and Zoning 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePA Chapter 6: Pa ssive Architecture 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassive Design 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Science 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Envelope 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassive Strategies 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEE Chapter 7: Energy-Efficient Building Systems 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActive Systems 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Concepts 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHVAC Overview 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLow-Energy Distribution 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLow-Energy Primary Equipment 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDomestic Hot Water 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLighting 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistrict Energy 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRE Chapter 8: Renewab le Energy 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenewable Energy Basics 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolar Power 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolar Thermal 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWind 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydro 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeothermal 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiomass 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuel Cells and Hydrogen 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEc Chapter 9: Economics 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinancial Considerations 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinancial Models 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinancial Analysis 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNet Zero Energy and the Real Estate Market 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOO Chapter 10: Operations and Occupancy 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Operation 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlug Loads 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGreen Behavior 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNet Zero Energy Performance Plan 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNZ Chapter 11: Net Zero Energy 367\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNet Zero Energy Balance 367\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNet Zero Energy Measures 367\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarbon Neutrality 377\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCS Chapter 12: Case Study: DOE \/NREL Research Support Facility 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcess 388\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Economics 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClimate, Site, and Program 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Response 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOperation and Occupancy 406\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerformance Metrics 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBib liography 417\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 427\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 429\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOM HOOTMAN, AIA LEED AP BD + C,\u003c\/b\u003e is an architect and the Director of Sustainability at RNL, a global design firm specializing in sustainable design for the built environment. Hootman provides leadership and guidance to RNL's sustainable project work, design standards, staff education, research, and outreach. Tom has worked on several net zero energy design projects, including the NREL Research Support Facility.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConveniently organized and packed with robust technical content and clear explanations of key principles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by an architect who is the director of sustainability at a global architecture firm, \u003ci\u003eNet Zero Energy Design\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical guide for architects and related construction professionals who want to design and build net zero energy commercial architecture. It offers no-nonsense strategies, step-by-step technical analysis, and valuable examples, in addition to developed case studies. With a focus on application in a variety of building types and scales, the book also develops a broad-based understanding of all the integrated principles involved in achieving net zero energy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is an indispensable resource for anyone venturing into net zero energy design, construction, and operation, and it also serves as an excellent resource on a variety of sustainable design topics. 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