by Brianna Crandall — April 12, 2013—Independent research white papers on thermal destratification and the importance of independent measurement and verification have been released by Drumbeat Energy Management, a U.K.-based energy services provider that “helps companies and organizations become proficient and self-sufficient in the art of energy management in the shortest practical time.”
IPMVP and Improving Energy Efficiency: The Importance of Independent Measurement and Verification reflects Drumbeat’s belief that best practice and independent measurement and verification (M&V) is a simple and cost-effective solution to help overcome the inertia currently caused by a lack of trust in the energy efficiency industry and uncertainty as to the real level of savings from energy initiatives, and to help to drive the sector forward to meet its “tremendous potential.”
Thermal Destratification In Buildings: The Missing Piece to the HVAC Puzzle explains that one of the fastest-growing and easiest energy reduction initiatives that can be installed into both existing and new-build facilities is thermal destratification, or the process of reversing the natural flow of hot air towards the ceiling and cold air towards the floor. The publication praises the value of this simple air-circulation process to save energy and improve user comfort, whether the heating or cooling system is being used.
For related reading, see also “Drumbeat releases white paper on use of infrared thermography to increase energy efficiency” on FMLink.
