Reducing Peak Energy Demand: The Hidden Benefit of Cool Roofs
The economic and environmental effects of peak energy demand
Sponsored by Chemical Fabrics and Film Association
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Across the United States, building owners in hot and cold climates are subject to peak energy demand charges. This course examines the economic and environmental effects of peak energy demand as applied to modern buildings, focusing on how peak energy demand is incorporated into electric utility billing structures and how cool roofing yields peak demand and net energy savings for commercial buildings in all climates within North America.
The Chemical Fabrics and Film Association is an international trade association representing manufacturers of polymer-based fabric and film products, used in the building and construction, automotive, fashion, and many other industries.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in December 2021
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Define peak energy demand and discuss how commercial building owners may be adversely affected by peak demand.
- Identify peak demand charges on a typical commercial electric bill and analyze peak energy demand management strategies.
- Discuss how cool roofing offers a significant benefit in reducing the energy and environmental costs associated with peak demand and how buildings in different climates can achieve the same peak savings.
- Estimate the potential savings achieved when installing a cool roof and explain how to achieve other business and community benefits associated with reducing the peak energy demand.
