Hello:
We are beginning an EBOM v2 project soon and we are unsure of how a new chiller installation will affect our certification. We are replacing two steam absorption chillers with two new electric drive chillers.
We have read in the ref. guide that if major changes to building equipment are made during the perf. pd, collect at least 3-months of data afterwards.
Besides this additional 3 months, is there anything else we should be aware of before we set our perf. pd?
Thank you very much.
Maria Unruh
Electrical EngineerAntella Consulting Engineers
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January 21, 2011 - 12:53 pm
A few things to consider, you might be able to qualify for MRc3 and MRc9, both involve facility alterations and additions made during the performance period. Another item to consider is that by updating such major equipment you may see a considerable increase in energy efficiency, which could help with EAp2 and EAc1.