Michael A. Starego, PE, LEED AP, Southland Industries, Washington, D.C.

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Codes and Standards July 26, 2016

Energy code advancements for power systems

Over the last 10 years, dedicated energy codes have been supplementing standard building codes, with lighting systems and controls dominating code sections related to building electrical systems. Energy losses and occupant consumption of power system components in commercial buildings pale in comparison to that of lighting systems. However, every recently published version of energy codes has included an increase in requirements for power system components.

By Michael A. Starego, PE, LEED AP, Southland Industries, Washington, D.C.