Forum discussion

NC-2009 EAc1:Optimize Energy Performance

PTACs as Proposed system?

We are looking into a design-build project of a hotel where the owner is requiring in-room PTAC units. My concerns are: 1.) the ability to achieve a LEED building with maybe not the most efficient system out there and modeling a proposed PTAC system versus a baseline PTAC system 2.) achieving ventilation requirements 3.) limited enerygy recovery options Does anyone have experience in a LEED building with PTACs and what approach did you take? I am assuming we can only make up so much energy savings in other systems, building envelope, etc. Thanks!

0

You rely on LEEDuser. Can we rely on you?

LEEDuser is supported by our premium members, not by advertisers.

Go premium for $15.95  »

Wed, 07/25/2012 - 20:26

In general the HVAC system alone can only take you so far in an external load dominate building. In those buildings the lighting and envelope can account for a very significant chunk of the savings. So I would recommend that you question your assumption.

Add new comment

To post a comment, you need to register for a LEEDuser Basic membership (free) or login to your existing profile.