SYLLABUS
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
MGMT5509
Instructor: Will O’Brien
Email: wobrien@clarku.edu
Cell: 978-793-1635
Spring 2012
Office hours: Call anytime
Class time: Thursday, 6-9 PM
Office: Carlson Hall #313
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Background:
The importance of energy conservation and management has increased consistent with the
increase in energy costs as illustrated below.
INCREASING ENERGY COSTS
Commercial, average electricity prices in cents per kilowatt hour from 1970 - 2007.
Source: www.sustainable-energy.us/
Course Description:
This course covers a broad spectrum of energy management topics important to future
business managers and leaders including: energy management strategies for business,
governmental regulations, incentives and resources, European Union energy policies and
programs including carbon credits and related markets. We will study energy efficiency
practices as they relate to ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems, the U.S.Green Building
Council (USGBC), Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED), high
performance buildings, data centers, renewable energy sources and smart grid. Special focus
will be on energy management for financial and Corporate Social Responsibility benefits
from the perspective of CEOs, CFOs, COOs and CSOs.
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Target Audience: students earning an MBA, Master of Science in Environmental Science &
Policy, Master of Science in Energy Policy & Climate.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, students will understand the basic concepts related to:
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energy management strategies for business,
energy efficiency and environmental sustainability
governmental regulations, incentives and resources,
renewable energy sources
related legislation
carbon tax credits and related markets
European Union energy policies and programs
energy efficiency practices as they relate to the U.S.Green Building Council
(USGBC), Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED), high
performance buildings and data centers and smart grid.
o strategies, processes, frameworks and best practices regarding Energy
Management Systems to address real business problems.
Course Schedule: Please refer to addendum A.
Resources:
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Association of Energy Engineers www.aeecenter.org/
Energy Star http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=guidelines.guidelines_index
Schneider Electric Energy University – link and details are provided below.
Strategic Sustainability Consulting http://www.sustainabilityconsulting.com/
U.S. federal agencies engaged in Energy Management – see addendum B.
Optional Textbook:
Barney Capehart, Wayne Turner, William Kennedy;“Guide to Energy Management”;
Fairmont Press; 6 edition (April 23, 2008); ISBN-10: 9781420084894 ISBN-13: 9781420084894. $126.12 via Amazon.
Course Structure:
The learning objectives will be met through four methods:
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Completion of assigned courses provided by Schneider Electric Energy University
Discussion of assigned articles and cases.
Exposure to guest speakers who are subject matter experts.
Development of an Energy Management Research Report.
Class lectures and case analyses are also designed to familiarize students with the many
dimensions of energy management. In most classes, time will be devoted to lecturing on and
discussion of topics listed above and relevant cases.
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Grading Criteria:
The following is a breakdown of the factors that will be used to determine student grades.
All members of the student team will normally be given the same grade. However, if a peer
group evaluation indicates that a student contributed substantially more or less than the other
team member an appropriate grade adjustment will be made.
Contribution to Class Learning
Cases (5 points each)
Energy University Courses (5 points each #1-6)
Energy Management Research Project
Reflections & Peer Evaluations
15%
25%
30%
25%
5%
Case Analyses:
We will study, analyze and discuss the cases listed below.
#1 Six Sources of Limitless Energy
#2 Organic Waste Recovery with Energy Recovery
#3 Suzlon Energy, Inc.
#4 Investing in Cleantech
#5 First Solar, Inc. in 2010
Unless otherwise indicated in the case, you should refer to this document on Cicada for
guidelines as you analyze the cases. After writing your analysis of the case, upload to Cicada
to the appropriate folder per the course schedule; i.e., addendum A.
Latona, J.C., and Nathan, J., “How to Analyze, Prepare and Present a Case,” from Cases and
Readings in Production and Operations Management, Prentice-Hall, Inc., Englewood Cliffs,
NJ (1994).
Energy University:
Schneider Electric provides a free, comprehensive portfolio of self-paced courses covering a
broad set of Energy Management topics. See addendum C for a list and description of the
topics.
http://www2.schneider-electric.com/sites/corporate/en/products-services/training/energyuniversity/energy-university.page
To begin, create your account and start with “How to use the Energy Management site”.
Students are responsible for completion of the courses listed below as indicated in the course
schedule; i.e., addendum A:
#1 Energy Efficiency Fundamentals
#2 Comprehensive Energy Management Program
#3 Proven Strategies for Saving Energy in a Retail Environment
#4 Strategies for Implementing Energy Efficient Data Centers
#5 European Codes and Standards: New Horizons for Buildings
#6 Going Green with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
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Energy Management Research Project:
Teams of 2 students each will be formed and be responsible for conducting research in any of
the topics listed above or as approved by the instructor. The primary objective of the project
is to enable the students to fully explore a particular energy management topic of interest as
listed in appendix C, learn from the experience and share the knowledge with the class.
Deliverables will consist of a 15-20 page paper and presentation to the class.
Professionalism
Most students already have these habits; i.e., preparing for class, arriving on time, and
contributing to class discussions.
For the exceptions that do not, these requirements will help you in the work environment:
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it is essential that you are fully prepared for “meetings”; in this case, for class.
as a young professional, it is important that you be on time; i.e., arrive before class
starts.
it is important that you focus on your work; e.g., the use of laptops and/cell phones
during class is not allowed.
you are expected to contribute to the class discussion just as in your work
environment.
Class sessions start on time; if you arrive late, one point will be deducted from your final
grade for the class.
Students are encouraged to contact the instructor in advance by email if it appears that
student will be late or unable to attend a class session.
Reflections & Peer Evaluations:
As described above, the project work; i.e., the development of an Energy Management Plan,
is a substantial component of the learning experience in the course. To enhance and measure
achievement of the learning objectives and skill development, reflection by the students at
appropriate points during the semester is essential.
Reflection allows students to synthesize the experiences from project activities and connect
the new knowledge with the formal knowledge obtained from classroom activities and
materials. To reflect means to think critically about and analyze emotional responses to
activities in the context of course content and the learning objectives. Reflection can promote;
interpersonal communication, problem solving skills, self-awareness, a sense of professional
responsibility, and a sense of belonging. The process and questions for reflection are
provided in addendum D. As part of the third reflection, you will be asked to rate the
contribution of each team member. The schedule for reflections is integrated into the course
schedule. http://www.csuci.edu/servicelearning/Reflection.htm
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Academic Integrity:
The Graduate School of Management (GSOM) at Clark University maintains standards of
academic conduct that have preserved integrity and excellence in institutions of higher
learning over the centuries. Under these standards of conduct, all work submitted to fulfill
course requirements is presumed to be the student’s own, unless credit is given for the work
of others in a manner prescribed by the course instructor. Cheating, plagiarizing, and
falsifying data constitute academic misconduct, as does submitting the same paper in
different courses without prior approval of the instructor to do so. It is the student’s
responsibility to consult the faculty when in doubt whether a particular act constitutes
academic misconduct.
If a student is found guilty of cheating, plagiarizing and/or falsifying data in a course, the first
offense will result in the student failing that course; if a student is found guilty of a second
offense involving cheating, plagiarizing, and/or falsifying data, that student will be
dismissed/expelled from GSOM.
Snow Days:
On days for which “dangerous driving conditions” are predicted, the class will be cancelled
and the lecture delivered via Webex www.webex.com The night prior to class, you will
receive an email informing you.
Instructor Information:
www.clarku.edu/gsom/faculty/facultybio.cfm?id=783&progid=20&
www.greenprof.org
www.sustainablebusinessleader.org
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Addendum A - Course Schedule
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Date
Jan. 19th
2
Jan. 26th
Focus
Course Goals & Overview, Schedule;
Expectations, Reflections
Power Shift: Energy & Sustainability
(video)
Energy Efficiency in Worcester, MA
Assignments
Enroll in Schneider Electric Energy University
and take this course: “How to use the Energy
Management site”.
Session Leader/Guest Speaker
Will O’Brien
“Energy Efficiency Teaching Module”
www.greenprof.org
John Odell, Energy Efficiency &
Conservation Manager, City of
Worcester
http://worcesterenergy.com/
Energy University: #1 Energy Efficiency
Fundamentals
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5
Feb. 2nd
Feb. 9th
Feb. 16th
Current Major Energy Sources:
 Biofuel
 Biomass
 Geothermal
 Hydro
 Solar
 Wind
Sustainability & Energy Management
ISO 5001 – Energy Management
Systems
Managing the Cost of Energy
Articles on www.greenprof.org
Will O’Brien
Case #1: Six Sources of Limitless Energy
Read articles on www.greenprof.org and
http://www.iso.org/iso/iso_50001_energy.pdf
Rich Goode, Director of
Sustainability, Alcatel-Lucent
www.alcatel-lucent.com/
Energy University: #2 Comprehensive Energy
Management Program
Reflection #1
Case #2: Organic Waste Recovery with Energy Bruce E. Buckbee, LEED AP,
Recovery
VP, Operations, World Energy
Solutions
Energy University: #3 Proven Strategies for
www.worldenergy.com/
Saving Energy in a Retail Environment
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#
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Date
Feb. 23rd
Focus
Renewable Energy & the Law
Assignment
Energy University: #4 Strategies for
Implementing Energy Efficient Data Centers
Data Centers
www.princelobel.com/industries13.html
Ron Gillooly, C.E.M.
Horizon Energy Services
Business Development Manager
Contractor - NSTAR Energy
Efficiency
Reflection #2
Bob Pojasek, Professor, Harvard
University; Sustainability Leader
at The Shaw Group
www.shawgrp.com
Mike Ortolano, Founder & CEO,
Absolute Green Energy
http.absolutegreenenergy.com
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Mar. 1st
Energy Auditing & Energy Management Case #3: First Solar, Inc. in 2010
Planning
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Mar. 8th
Mar. 15th
No Class – Spring Break
Sustainability & Energy Management
9
Mar. 22nd
Solar Energy Consulting
Energy University: #5 European Codes and
Standards: New Horizons for Buildings
Energy Management Consulting
LEED & High Performance Buildings
Case #5: Suzlon Energy, Inc.
Energy University: #6 Going Green with
Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED)
10 Mar. 29th
11 Apr. 5th
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12 Apr.12
13 Apr. 19th
14 Apr. 26th
Session Leader/Guest Speaker
Adam Braillard, Attorney,
Renewable Energy Prince Lobel
Presentation Skills (recorded lecture)
Team Working Time (no class)
Presentations to Class
Presentations to Class
Case #4: Investing in Cleantech
Reflection #3 & Peer Evaluations
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Will O’Brien
Bill Bean, LEED AP, President,
Green Planning & Coaching
www.GreenPlanningandCoaching.com
Teams
Teams
Teams
Addendum B – Federal Government Agencies:
For a listing and links to federal government agencies involved in Energy Management..
DOE Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Initiative
DOE Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Taskforce
DOE Distributed Power (DP) Program
DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network (EREN)
DOE Energy Information Administration
DOE Industries of the Future (IOF)
DOE Inventions & Innovation Program (I&I)
DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
DOE Office of Industrial Technologies DOE Office of Power Technologies (OPT)
EPA Climate Protection Division (CPD)
EPA Office of Air & Radiation
EPA Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
EPA-DOE Energy Star Program
Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP)
Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer
Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)
US Department of Energy (DOE)
US Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA
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Addendum C: Energy University Course Offerings
Alternative Power Generation Technologies
This course will review fuel cells and microturbines as possible alternatives for data center
and network room power generations. The benefits and drawbacks of multiple power
generation approaches will be highlighted.
Active Energy Efficiency Using Speed Control
The focus of this course is to explore the different ways we can control motor speed
efficiently and with minimal physical stress on equipment. In addition, we'll discuss other
advantages such as controlled starting and regulated torque.
Building Envelope
The building envelope is a critical component of any facility since it protects the building
occupants and plays a major role in regulating the indoor environment. Consisting of the
building's foundation, walls, roof, windows, and doors, the envelope controls the flow of
energy between the interior and exterior of the building. A well designed envelope allows the
building to provide comfort for the occupants and respond efficiently to heating, cooling,
ventilating, and natural lighting needs.
Combined Heat and Power (Cogeneration)
Cogeneration today is widely used throughout the world for efficient production of heat and
power. Cogeneration is the simultaneous production of heat and power in a single
thermodynamic process. The purpose of this course is to review the different approaches for
applying technologies to the function of cogeneration. We’ll also explore the various issues
and considerations for deployment of the two main types of cogeneration concepts: "Topping
Cycle" plants (including “Combined Cycle” plants), and "Bottoming Cycle" plants.
Commissioning For Energy Efficiency
Commissioning is a process to ensure building performance problems are understood and
corrected. Deficiencies such as design flaws, construction defects, malfunctioning equipment,
and deferred maintenance have a multitude of consequences, ranging from equipment failure,
to poor indoor air quality and comfort, to unnecessarily high energy use or underperformance of energy efficiency strategies. Fortunately, an emerging form of quality
assurance, known as building commissioning, can identify and cure most deficiencies. This
course will explain the purpose of a commissioning process, and discuss the impact of the
commissioning process on energy efficiency.
Data Center Efficiency: Reducing Electrical Power Consumption
The course will explain how to quantify the electricity savings and provide examples of
methods that can greatly reduce electrical power consumption.
Demand Response and the Smart Grid
This course will review how Demand Response works, why it is beneficial and what the
Smart Grid is.
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Distributed Generation
Due recent electricity market liberalization and on-going concerns regarding the cost of
electricity as well as efforts towards environmentalism; distributed generation is experiencing
a renewed interest throughout the world. Distributed generation, is generally defined as
small-scale electricity generation and is used to provide an alternative to or an enhancement
of the traditional electric power system. The purpose of this course is to discuss the various
small-scale generation technologies that exist today and then move on with a discussion of
the major benefits and issues of distributed generation.
Efficient Motor Control with Power Drive Systems
In buildings, nearly three quarters of the electricity consumed is used to turn motors. For a
typical motor, the lifetime energy bill is equivalent to 100 times the cost of the motor itself.
The money invested in motors, is merely 1% of their total cost. And installing and
maintaining those motors accounts for only 2% of overall motor costs. 97% of costs
associated with motors are spent on the energy required to operate them. This course will
provide an overview of power drive systems and motors along with insight on efficiency.
This course will also cover, gears - types, efficiency and maintenance.
Energy Audits
This course will review the different types of audits, the overall auditing process as well as
the auditing methodology which will help prepare you to successfully participate in the
energy audit process.
Energy Audits Instrumentation I
This course will review electrical, lighting, temperature and humidity measurement
instruments that are used in energy audits.
Energy Audits Instrumentation II
As a continuation of Energy Audits Instrumentation I, the purpose of this course is to review
the measurement instruments used in energy audits in order to select and employ the
appropriate instrument for your auditing needs.
Energy Efficiency Fundamentals
This course is extremely important in understanding building energy use and energy
efficiency measures that customers can implement to save energy and money in their
facilities.
Energy Efficiency Units and Concepts
This course explores the fundamentals of energy units and electricity. With energy demand
rising and greenhouse gas emissions in sharp focus around the world, the time has come for
everyone to take action to economize on energy use by the intelligent application of
technology to bring about energy efficiency. Understanding these units and concepts is the
foundation to managing and controlling energy – and the key to reducing both consumption
and emissions.
Energy Efficiency with Building Automation Systems Part 1
In this course we will focus on what a building automation system (BAS) is as well as some
of the commonly used terminology. We will also look at some of the HVAC strategies used
in building automation systems.
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Energy Efficiency with Building Automation Systems Part 2
In this course, we will focus on the energy conservation measures that can be used with
building automation systems.
Energy Procurement I
The procurement of energy (electricity, natural gas, fuel oil, etc.) is becoming a major part of
the energy manager’s job. Cost effective energy procurement requires understanding of the
market, regulatory limitations and opportunities, and contingency planning. The purpose of
this course is to raise awareness of the available options for energy procurement.
Energy Procurement II
An on-going Energy Risk Management program can provide for more predictable budgeting
and insulate future earnings from the unpredictable effects of volatile energy prices. The
purpose of this course is to address the hedging process. We will also cover the spot and
forward markets as well as fixed and index linked contracts.
Energy Procurement III- Balanced Hedging Strategies
- Managing energy costs is the key to a successful profit margin and bottom line for many
industrial companies. In order to successfully manage costs in this market, it is helpful to
apply a balanced hedging strategy. A balanced hedging approach will quantify exposure to
adverse events and mitigate the impact of those events on financial results. The purpose of
this course is to describe a variety of hedging strategies, and identify the main drivers of
energy prices. We will also cover how the commodity market functions to support energy
trading
Energy Rate Structures Part I: Concepts and Unit Pricing
Understanding the forms of energy used at a facility, and the rate structure for each, is key to
understanding energy costs and implementing an energy efficiency program. By
understanding what you are paying for energy, and how the rate structure controls your bill,
you can adopt different strategies for reducing your energy costs. You may even be able to
move to a different rate structure that is more cost effective for you. In this course, we will
focus primarily on gas and electricity concepts and unit pricing.
Energy Rate Structures Part II: Understanding and Reducing your Bill
Understanding the forms of energy used at a facility, and the rate structure for each, is key to
understanding energy costs and implementing an energy efficiency program. By
understanding what you are paying for energy, and how the rate structure controls your bill,
you can adopt different strategies for reducing your energy costs. You may even be able to
move to a different rate structure that is more cost effective for you. In this course, we will
focus primarily on gas and electricity concepts and unit pricing.
Establishing Benchmarks for Data Center Efficiency Measurements
This course will review the results documented from the creation and operation of the Data
Center Observatory of the Parallel Data Lab housed at Carnegie Mellon University.
Financing and Performance Contracting for Energy Efficient Projects
Everywhere, the economy is tight and banks becoming more and more cautious with regards
to lending. However, this doesn’t mean that there is no alternative business funding options
for you. The purpose of this course is to discuss general financing alternatives, the aspects of
performance contracting, along with ways to measure and verify energy savings.
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Going Green with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
This course defines green buildings, explains the mission of the US Green Building Council
and the requirements of the LEED rating system. Schneider Electric solutions for meeting the
LEED requirements will also be explained.
Going Green: Energy Efficiency in the Data Center
This course will review the benefits of greening up your buildings and review some new
approaches to save money and energy while keeping an acceptable level of reliability in your
data center.
HVAC and Characteristics of Air
This course discusses how an HVAC system manipulates the properties of the air in the
conditioned space to regulate a desirable rate of heat transfer. Calculations for Sensible Heat
Transfer and Total Heat Transfer are also explained.
HVAC and Psychometric Charts
Psychrometrics is the study of the thermodynamic properties of moist air and its effect on
materials and human comfort. Psychrometrics applies the well understood relationships
between humidity and temperature in the air to practical problems. HVAC system designers
use these factors to model the HVAC requirements depending on the location of the building
and the needs of the occupants or processes within it. This course explores how those factors
are used to ensure an effective HVAC system, while discussing how Psychrometric Charts
are utilized to drive HVAC sizing and evaluation.
HVAC and Psychometric Charts- SI Version
Psychrometrics is the study of the thermodynamic properties of moist air and its effect on
materials and human comfort. Psychrometrics applies the well understood relationships
between humidity and temperature in the air to practical problems. HVAC system designers
use these factors to model the HVAC requirements depending on the location of the building
and the needs of the occupants or processes within it. This course explores how those factors
are used to ensure an effective HVAC system, while discussing how Psychrometric Charts
are utilized to drive HVAC sizing and evaluation.
Increasing Data Center Efficiency through High Density Power Distribution
This course will review alternative methods for power distribution in the data center as well
as provide case example to illustrate the benefits involved with these alternative methods.
Industrial Insulation I
Most engineers, architects, and end users are familiar with the use of insulation to reduce
heating and cooling loads and control noise in building envelopes. Insulations used for pipes,
ducts, tanks, and equipment are not as familiar. The installed cost of these materials is usually
a small part of the total cost of a project. As a result, mechanical insulation is often
overlooked, undervalued, or improperly specified and maintained in commercial and
industrial construction projects. The purpose of this course is to review the different types of
industrial insulation applications for a given application.
Industrial Insulation II: Design Data Calculations
The pipes and installations in industrial plants often carry materials that need to be kept at a
certain temperature for an optimal production process. Unless the pipes and installations are
properly insulated, the proper temperature may not be maintained. And while placing the
actual insulation onto the mechanics—such as a pipe, tank or vessel—is fairly easy;
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determining what type of insulation to use and how much—is not so easy. The focus of
Industrial Insulation II will be on the process of performing calculations in order to determine
the requirements/impact of industrial insulation.
Industrial Insulation III
Insulation systems, like all mechanical systems, require a schedule of regular inspection and
maintenance. Despite the well known fact that inspection and maintenance are the
responsibility of the owner, the reality is that most insulation systems are frequently ignored.
Over time, insulation systems can also become damaged due to a variety of reasons—and if
not repaired or replaced—can be rendered useless. The purpose of this course is to discuss the
proper process of inspection and maintenance for industrial insulation.
Introduction to Lighting Basics
This course will provide an overview of the basics of lighting which will present ways for
you to reduce costs and increase efficiency with lighting.
Lighting Basics I for Energy Efficient Applications
This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Lighting Basics course and will provide
you with an overview of the different lighting applications available.
Lighting Basics II for Energy Efficient Applications
The purpose of this course is to continue the assessment of the various lighting applications
and determine their appropriate usage(s) in order to maximize their energy efficiency.
Maintenance Best Practices for Energy Efficient Facilities
Good maintenance saves energy costs! Properly maintained facilities and equipment produce
quality products, reduce downtime and have lower energy costs. This adds up to real money!
This course will address the importance of maintenance in facilities, discuss the savings
proper maintenance can contribute, and identify techniques that can lead to the energy
efficient maintenance of facilities.
Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
In this course, we’ll discuss energy accounting, and examine some of the concepts and
methods involved in energy measurement and benchmarking. We’ll also explore the
components of a utility bill, and provide benchmarking examples to verify charges.
Measuring Data Center Efficiency
Data center electrical efficiency is rarely planned or managed. The unfortunate result is that
most data centers waste substantial amounts of electricity. Today it is both possible and
prudent to plan, measure, and improve data center efficiency. In addition to reducing
electrical consumption, efficiency improvements can gain users higher IT power densities
and the ability to install more IT equipment in a given installation. This course explains how
data center efficiency can be measured, evaluated, and modeled; we’ll also explore a
comparison of the benefits of periodic assessment vs. continuous monitoring.
Measuring Data Center Electrical Efficiency
This course explains how data center efficiency can be measured, evaluated, and modeled;
we’ll also explore a comparison of the benefits of periodic assessment vs. continuous
monitoring.
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Measurement and Verification
Measurement and verification can be defined as the process of measurement to determine the
actual savings created by an energy management program or energy conservation
improvements. The purpose of this course is to explore the concept of measurement and
verification, including the role of guidelines such as IPMVP.
Power Factor Correction and Harmonics
Low power factor and harmonics are a frustration for electrical installations. They can cause
power losses and reduced energy reliability. In the context of increasing concern about
energy efficiency and energy management, power factor and harmonics are important issues
to consider for the management of electrical installations. This course will explore power
factor and harmonics and will explain how power factor correction and harmonic mitigation
provide immediate benefit in terms of reduced power losses, reduced electricity bill, and the
possibility to use the total system capacity.
Steam Systems I: Advantages and Basics of Steam
Steam has come a long way from its traditional associations with locomotives and the
Industrial Revolution. Today, it serves as an integral and essential part of modern technology.
This course will introduce the benefits of utilizing steam in numerous processes and discuss t
selecting the appropriate pressures for each of these different processes.
Steam Systems II: Impact of Boiler Sizing
This course will introduce a measure of boiler efficiency and discuss the impact of correct
boiler sizing as well as how working pressure affects efficiency. We will also look at
choosing the correct steam velocity for a given system. Finally, we will talk about how air
and non-condensable gases can impact a steam system.
Steam Systems III: Distribution Control & Regulation of Steam
Steam is one of the oldest and most widely used forms of energy in industry. Difficulties in
energy management of steam arise from the fact that it is often a totally unmeasured service.
The distribution, control and regulation of steam is crucial because inefficiency translates into
additional operating costs. The savings potential is enormous: Not only from a fiscal
standpoint, but also from an environmental standpoint. This course will review the basics of
steam systems and list the benefits associated with measuring steam. We will discuss steam
piping design, metering, and steam manifolds. Also addressed are two typical applications of
tracing as well as the components involved when controlling and regulating steam.
Steam Systems V: Condensate Removal - Maximizing Your Recovery
This course will further explore condensate removal and show you how to maximize your
recovery with considerations for choosing traps, proper testing and sizing of traps and options
for how to lift the condensate. To ensure your steam system enjoys a long and full life cycle,
we’ll summarize a preventative maintenance program. The downfalls of by-passes, and
impact of waterlogging will also be discussed.
Strategies for Implementing Energy Efficient Data Centers
Electricity usage costs have become an increasing fraction of the total cost of ownership
(TCO) for data centers. It is possible to dramatically reduce the electrical consumption of
typical data centers through appropriate design of the data center physical infrastructure and
through the design of the IT architecture. This course explains how to quantify the electricity
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savings and provides examples of methods that can greatly reduce electrical power
consumption.
Strategies for Saving Energy in a Retail Environment
- Globally retail companies spend billions of dollars and euros on energy each year. Those
costs can account for 25 percent to 40 percent of ongoing building expenses. In many
countries, energy costs continue to rise - for example in the US those costs rose 31 percent
from 2003 to 2005, according to U.S. federal figures. There is no indication that these costs
will fall in the future. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy projects a 30 percent sustained
increase in the cost of electricity. This course will identify ten strategies for saving energy
and reducing cost in the retail environment, as well as describe the benefits provided by
implementing energy efficient practices.
The Economics of Energy Efficiency
This course will review the various methods for evaluating the economics of energy
efficiency projects in order to develop a business case or framework for implementation.
Thermal Energy Storage
Storing thermal energy can save money in a number of different ways. High-cost peak-time
power usage is avoided. Also, with stored cooling capacity, the cooling system doesn’t have
to cope with the hottest part of the day in real-time. It may be possible to install a smaller
compressor, pumps and pipes. This may help reduce the initial purchase cost and operating
and maintenance costs. Some very broad conditions favor thermal energy storage, but it’s not
advisable without competent staff to oversee operation. This course offers a description of the
various forms thermal energy storage, describes strategies, provides advantages and
drawbacks and provides realistic examples and calculations in US Customary and Metric
units.
US Energy Codes and Standards
Energy-efficient buildings and products offer economic and environmental benefits. They
diminish energy expenditures and environmental pollutants caused by consuming fossil fuels.
They also help highlight economic opportunities for business and industry by promoting new
energy efficient technologies. This course will discuss the codes and standards that influence
and mandate energy usage in the United States. This course seeks to define the difference
between an energy code and an energy standard, and explores specific codes and standards
for lighting, ventilation and other relevant areas, while identifying the laws and international
codes that govern them.
Waste Heat Recovery
Waste heat is present in almost all industries and processes. Opportunities exist to put this
waste heat to use economically in order to reduce the energy consumption in the plant. The
purpose of this course is to identify opportunities to recover waste heat, and the equipment
used to recover waste heat. The process for calculating waste heat recovery will also be
addressed, along with the factors that influence the feasibility of waste heat recovery.
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Addendum D - Reflections - Assignments, Process and Questions
To be effective, it is important that proper reflection occur at specific stages during the
semester. Below are the questions which you are asked to reflect upon and answer per the
course schedule. Please consider the questions, document your thoughts and upload the
assignment to the appropriate folder on Cicada.
Assignment #1 - Reflection questions for the beginning of the semester:
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Describe your Energy Management Research project.
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Why do you believe that it would be of value to conduct research on this topic?
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What are some of your perceptions or beliefs about the subject that you will be
researching?
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What concerns, if any, do you have about working with your team?
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What do you hope to gain from this experience?
Assignment #2 - Reflection questions during the semester:

How does your research project experience relate to the learning objectives of the
course?
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What did you do with respect to the project since the last reflection discussion?
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What did you learn?
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What has worked? What hasn't?
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How is your project experience related to the readings, discussions, and lectures in
class?
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What do you think is (will be) the most valuable learning that you will gain from this
project?
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Is there something more you could do to contribute to the project?
Assignment #3 - Reflection questions toward the end of the semester:
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What have you learned about yourself?
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What have you learned about the research topic?
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What have you contributed to the team effort?
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What values, opinions, beliefs have changed?
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What was the most important lesson learned?
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
What new skills have you developed since the beginning of the project?
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How does the project experience connect to your long-term goals?
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How have you been challenged?
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Were there any member(s) of your team who made an extraordinary contribution to
the project?
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If yes, identify the student(s) and describe his/her performance as a team member.
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Were there any member(s) of your team who made a minimal or no contribution to
the project?
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If yes, identify the student(s) and describe his/her behavior and performance as a team
member.
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What recommendations for improvement would you make to this individual(s) for
future team projects?
Reference: http://www.csuci.edu/servicelearning/Reflection.htm
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