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Abstract
Faced with the challenges of energy dependence and climate change, aggressive goals of deep reductions in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions have been established in the United States. The actions associated with reaching these goals must be supported by the substantiation of positive impact and cost feasibility. In an effort to better understand the contribution of our nation’s buildings toward energy independence and environmental impact reduction, this research has been conducted to develop a thorough and credible analysis in order to quantify the life-cycle value of energy-efficient, environmentally innovative roofs and walls. This study combines detailed information regarding the typical design, construction, and energy performance of new commercial buildings in the U.S. with state-of-the-art computer energy simulation and sophisticated life-cycle assessment methodology.
Faced with the challenges of energy dependence and climate change, aggressive goals of deep reductions in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions have been established in the United States. The actions associated with reaching these goals must be supported by the substantiation of positive impact and cost feasibility. In an effort to better understand the contribution of our nation’s buildings toward energy independence and environmental impact reduction, this research has been conducted to develop a thorough and credible analysis in order to quantify the life-cycle value of energy-efficient, environmentally innovative roofs and walls. This study combines detailed information regarding the typical design, construction, and energy performance of new commercial buildings in the U.S. with state-of-the-art computer energy simulation and sophisticated life-cycle assessment methodology.
Date
7/2011
7/2011
Author(s)
Jerry Phelan; George Pavlovich; James Hoff
Jerry Phelan; George Pavlovich; James Hoff
Page(s)
213-229
213-229
Source
Roof Consultants Institute
Roof Consultants Institute
Keyword(s)
energy performance; environment; green building; climate change;
energy performance; environment; green building; climate change;