Pilot Programs

Measurable Results Through Practical Design and Field Delivery

Proctor Engineering Group specializes in pilot projects that ensure significant results in full-scale implementation. Taking a project from concept to field delivery is one of Proctor Engineering Group's key strengths. In 1994, Nevada Power Company and EPRI contracted with PEG to investigate opportunities for improving air conditioning system performance in new residential construction in Las Vegas, one of the most rapidly growing cities in the U.S. Air conditioning units, duct systems, and building shells in 30 houses were tested. Duct leakage, duct insulation, airflow and charging of the air conditioner, and the potential peak reduction impact of resizing air conditioners were assessed. Sophistocated computer modeling of house conditions and air conditioner characteristics was used. Model P (developed by Proctor Engineering Group to predict the effect of customer behavior, sizing, cooling load, and time on peak demand) was utilized in conjunction with area weather data as part of this modeling. The project developed a set of effective, cost-efficient energy savings measures to be applied to new construction in the utility service territory.

Results of Model P: Customer analysis of air conditioner usage developed for targeting peak demand reduction. (Specific locality.) A = no air conditioning use during peak B = air conditioners cycling (thermostatic control) C = air conditioners running continuously, but achievable changes would result in cycling D = air conditioners running continuously due to behavior or other factor beyond load and effective capacity.

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