Bill Kosik, PE, CEM, Oak Park, Illinois
Bill Kosik is a senior energy engineer and an industry-recognized leader in energy efficiency for the built environment with an expertise in data centers. He is a member of the Consulting-Specifying Engineer editorial advisory board.
Articles
Four strategies for decarbonization, electrification in commercial buildings
Tap into state efficiency programs to reduce energy consumption of air handling systems.
How energy efficiency programs, codes evolve
Improving energy efficiency and reducing energy use in commercial buildings are instrumental
Best practices for zero energy buildings and smart grid integration
Zero energy buildings, renewable energy and the smart grid are key considerations to commercial building design
What is a zero energy building?
What does it really mean for an engineer to design a zero energy building?
What ASHRAE 90.4 does for data center energy efficiency
The design and operation of data centers continues to evolve, with ASHRAE Standard 90.4 as guidance
ASHRAE’s energy standard for data centers turns three
When specifying to meet ASHRAE Standard 90.4, examine the lessons learned to evaluate a path forward
Understanding ASHRAE’s standards development process
ASHRAE has a defined process in place for developing — and updating — each of its standards
Designing data center air handling and conditioning systems
Strategies for implementing new air handling systems, including specific performance criteria, energy use targets, climate and heat recovery are among the many topics to be addressed during the conceptual engineering and design process.