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ASHRAE releases guide on grid interactivity in the decarbonization process

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ASHRAE releases guide on grid interactivity in the decarbonization process

The guide provides advice on maximizing carbon reduction via buildings’ interaction with the power grid.


By Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor | December 18, 2023
ASHRAE releases guide on grid interactivity in the decarbonization process

A guide focusing on the critical role of grid interactivity in building decarbonization was recently published by ASHRAE.

The Grid-Interactive Buildings for Decarbonization: Design and Operation Resource Guide provides information on maximizing carbon reduction through buildings’ interaction with the electric power grid. The guide discusses smart technologies, renewable energy sources, and energy storage systems that optimize energy consumption and generation.

These technologies allow buildings to respond in real-time to grid signals, reducing overall demand and greenhouse gas emissions. The guide offers best practices, design considerations, and operational guidelines to target the three primary value streams of grid integration:

  • Reduced Carbon Emissions: Covers how to make significant contributions to reducing carbon emissions through smart building-grid interaction.
  • Cost Savings: Offers strategies to optimize energy usage and save on operational costs.
  • Resiliency: Provides options to enhance a building's ability to withstand and adapt to changing grid conditions, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

The guide primarily focuses on commercial and multifamily buildings but also includes relevant information for the residential and industrial sectors. In addition to design guidance, the resource guide provides operational recommendations for new and existing buildings.

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