Forum Session: How energy recovery systems impact research space flexibility

Don't jump into energy recovery investments without knowing their impacts on research space flexibility. Here, Stephen Bartlett and Jonathan Friedan examine the impact that such technologies as run-around energy recovery loops, heat pipes, total energy recovery wheels, variable air volume, low flow fume hoods, and chilled beams have on open-plan labs, linear equipment rooms, the ability to switch space between wet and dry research, and the creation and use of interaction space. Their examination of several lab facilities using life-cycle energy-cost modeling tools reveals findings on "most beneficial systems" for research building applications.

This session is approved by the AIA for continuing education credit.
This session also qualifies for HSW credit.

• Stephen M. Bartlett, AIA, LEED AP , Associate Principal - Ballinger
  
• Jonathan Friedan, PE, LEED AP , Engineering Principal - Ballinger