Achieving High Performance With Integrated Design And Energy Analysis Tools From Energy Design Resources.

The Savings By Design program and the Energy Design Resources tools have helped the San Mateo Police Facility design team to design a building that will meet the City of San Mateo's goals for a LEED Silver rating and will provide long-term financial benefits to the City.

The recommended package of energy efficiency measures will reduce annual electricity use by 33% compared with the 2001 Title 24 base case. Annual gas usage is projected to be reduced by 16%, and peak period electricity demand is projected to be reduced by 38%.

This publication explores the integrated design approach of the project design team that encouraged close collaboration among key team members. It also explores the value of energy analysis tools and educational resources on the Energy Design Resources website in supporting and promoting such an integrated design approach.