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Table of Contents

1 Introduction
2 Is it for me?
3 How much does it cost?
4 What are the benefits?
5 Step by step guide
6 Case study
7 Where can I find out more?

Where can I find out more?

Energy Efficiency Accreditation Scheme. EU Labelling on Room Air Conditioners

Office of energy efficiency. Canada. Contains useful worksheets that will help you to calculate air conditioning costs and to size correctly a room air conditioner

Alliant energy. Contains a tool to calculate energy savings with efficient air conditioners

Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) publishes Manual J, a load calculation guide for residential heating and air conditioning, and Manual S, a sizing guide for heating and cooling equipment.

Consumers Union publishes the Consumer Reports magazine and the Consumer Reports Annual Buying Guide. On its website you will find a room air conditioner sizing calculator.

Cadett

Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE): has utility programs promoting energy-efficient central air conditioners and publishes the Specification of Energy-Efficient Installation and Maintenance Practices for Residential HVAC Systems.

Home Energy magazine provides energy conservation tips.

SRP: Evaporative cooling vs air conditioners