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Federal bureaucracy has no magic wands for energy saving in buildings

Journal Article · · Prof. Eng. (Wash., D.C.); (United States)
OSTI ID:5432299
To gain the understanding and cooperation of local governments and industry, Federal and state agencies need to hold a series of discussions to explain new energy-related codes and standards. A number of misconceptions have developed over the new regulations because of the wide applications and the variations in building codes. Several improvements in code administration that would promote better understanding and more efficient management are outlined. The Federal government is urged to help by setting an orderly, comprehensible framework that provides financial assistance and encourages innovative techniques. Three proposals for standards have been submitted by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), The Model Code for Energy Conservation in New Building Construction, and Title III performance standards of the Energy Conservation and Production Act. The confusion that has developed because of the array of standards (some mandatory and some voluntary) could be corrected by discussion. (DCK)
Research Organization:
Energy Research and Development Administration, Washington, DC
OSTI ID:
5432299
Journal Information:
Prof. Eng. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Prof. Eng. (Wash., D.C.); (United States) Vol. 47:9; ISSN PENRB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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