Small Buildings, Big Impact: Leveraging Controls for Energy Efficiency, Thermal Comfort and Demand Response

Room: Freedom Lounge
Time: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
CEUs: AIA: 1 LU/HSW

Small and medium-sized buildings make up 94% of the building stock in the U.S., yet the majority of these buildings are missing out on the benefits of smart thermostats and advanced building controls. By improving controls and implementing smart thermostats, building owners and managers can unlock a range of opportunities, including demand response capabilities, improved thermal comfort, streamlined operations and maintenance, and 10%-20% energy savings.

Join this session to learn how to harness the power of smart thermostats and better building controls to optimize your building’s performance, reduce energy and maintenance costs, and enhance occupant comfort. Discover the ‘stairway to better buildings,’ learn about the various rooftop unit control capabilities available for small to medium-sized buildings, and gain insights from case study examples of smart thermostat implementation.

Attend this session to learn about the various control capabilities available for small to medium-sized buildings served by rooftop units, and discover the benefits these capabilities can bring, including energy savings, improved thermal comfort, and streamlined operations and maintenance. By attending, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the different control options and how they can be leveraged to optimize your building’s performance, reduce energy costs, and enhance occupant comfort.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the Benefits of Improved Building Controls: Develop an understanding of the potential energy savings and other benefits associated with smart thermostats and better controls for small and medium-sized buildings, including demand response capabilities, improved thermal comfort, and streamlined operations and maintenance.

Explore Technology Capabilities: Learn about the different technology capabilities available for smart building control, from smart thermostats to advanced rooftop unit controls.

Gain Insights from Successful Implementations: Learn about the leading organizations that have successfully implemented smart thermostats in small and medium-sized buildings, and gain insights into the benefits, challenges, and best practices associated with these projects.

Identify Implementation Resources: Understand what assistance and resources are available to help you implement better controls in your buildings, including incentives and technical support.

Speakers:
Ashleigh Papakyriakou, Energy Technology Researcher, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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