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G3.1.2.9 and Miscellaneous Exhaust Fan Power
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Matt Edwards on
Section G3.1.2.9 says that baseline "system fan electrical power for supply, return, exhaust, and relief (excluding power to fan-powered VAV boxes) shall be calculated" using the formulas given.
Industrial machines are considered process energy?
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Marcio Alberto Casado Pereira on
We are working to certify and industrial plant and we are not sure whether the energy consumption from the machinery used for product manufacturing should be included in the energy modeling.
Modelling of Zone Equipment
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Jean Marais on
I have 222 thermal zones. This is a standard size project.
HVAC System and Area
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by April Ambrose on
I have a school that is approximately 180,000 sqft. I'm able to take exceptions for a large gym that is approximately 40,000 sqft and use PSZ in this area.
Non-Predominant Spaces
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Wes Lawson on
We are modeling a building that is separated into three different spaces. These spaces have differing functions, schedules and systems.
Modelling Naturally ventilated Parking
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Maya Karkour on
Dear all, Will a project get credit for having naturally ventilated parking?
U-values soil and vegetation
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by John Covello on
Hello, We are working with and energy modeling software that does not have U-values for a soil or vegetated roof. Is there an official list (database) like ASHRAE LEED uses?
HVAC System Baseline modeling
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Henrique Mendes on
I´m not sure if we have modeled the HVAC baseline system correctly. We are in a climate zone 2a (São Paulo - Brazil).
Appendix G - Number and type of chillers
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Luana Bertoletti on
Hi! I have a doubt related to Appendix G, concerning the number and type of chillers and I think you may help me. In item G.3.1.3.7, it is specified that the number and type of chiller for the ba
Conditioned spaces - Heated & Cooled??
NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performanceposted by Maya Karkour on
Dear all, Appendix G states the following: "All conditioned spaces in the proposed design shall be simulated as being both heated and cooled even if no heating or cooling system is to be installe