New and Underutilized Technology: Off-peak Pre-cooling
The following information outlines key deployment considerations for off-peak pre-cooling within the Federal sector. This information spans:
Benefits
Air conditioning and associated ventilation accounts for almost half of peak electric demand of commercial buildings. Using off-peak electricity to provide a significant portion of space cooling can save considerable electricity costs.
Application
Off-peak pre-cooling is applicable in most building categories.
Key Factors for Deployment
Off-peak pre-cooling requires optimized control strategies that are site specific. It is highly dependent on the difference between peak and off-peak electricity rates.
Ranking Criteria
Federal energy savings, cost-effectiveness, and probability of success are ranked 0-5 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 5 representing the highest ranking. The weighted score is ranked 0-100 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 100 representing the highest ranking.
| Federal Energy Savings | Cost Effectiveness | Probability of Success | Weighted Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 37 |