Title: Research the energy savings that can be realized by modifying a building or energy-use patterns.
Course: Renewable Energy (17105) > Section: Conserving Energy

Research could include computation and analysis

- identifying sources of high-energy use (e.g., HVAC, water heating, dryers)
- identifying opportunities for daylighting
- identifying aberrant energy loads
- explaining the impact of R-values within the building and its effect on the building envelope
- demonstrating the success or failure of efficiency improvements.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How many watts of electricity does it take to cook a 14-pound turkey?
- How many watts of electricity does the average desktop computer consume in 24 hours?
- How do light shelves work?
- What are benefits of smart window technology?