Presentation Abstract
Presentation Abstract
Student's Name: Jessie Bouley '24
Co-registrant Names: Mary Cook, Oran Peterson
Type of Presentation: Poster
Presentation Title: "Dorm Heating III: Analysis of Cost, Energy Loss, and Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Open Windows on Campus"
Abstract:
A major problem on the Franklin Pierce University campus is temperature control within the dorms. This is due to the dorms having limited thermostat control per building and limited metering. Often students complain of overheating in their rooms but upgrading the system would be a huge cost. Due to this, students often open their windows to cool their dorms. This issue results in energy loss, emissions of greenhouse gases, additional heating cost to the University and discomfort for students. This study examined the loss of energy from open windows due to overheating in dorm buildings. It also examined the cost of energy loss and provided an estimate of emissions from overheating. The goal of this project is to educate the University on potential benefits of making upgrades to heating control such as saving money on heating costs, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and providing better comfort for students living in dorm buildings. The main question guiding this study is what is the economic cost, energy loss, and greenhouse gas emissions of students leaving dorm windows open?
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