Cooling Load Profile and Strategy

Elements of a Cooling Strategy ◆ Equipment Efficiency Standards - Rapidly adopt the best available air conditioning technologies on the market through regulations like Mexico's NOM's. ◆ Voluntary Programs - Develop and disseminate ultra-low energy alternatives to current technologies through voluntary programs such as labeling, rebates, early replacement programs and public information campaigns. ◆ Technology R&D - Develop alternative cooling technologies such as evaporative cooling and solar-assisted cooling for the Mexican market and deploy them through industry partnerships. Building Envelope Best Practices - Lower cooling load with improved construction and retrofits through mandatory building codes and private sector initiatives. Cool Solar Reflective Coatings - Lower cooling load by reducing solar heat gain through cool roofs and other reflective coatings. Smart Design and Operation - Employ advanced construction, integrated design, user behavior and smart controls to reduce or eliminate cooling loads and respond to peak loads and electricity prices. BERKELEY LAR USAID TIONAL AGENCY LOPME USAID FROM THE AMERICAN PEOPLE 9

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