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Below are links to select published work, technical papers, and presentations. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on our to see our latest research and case studies.

Cold Climate Packaged Heat Pump Solution
New York Power Authority Report, February 2022.
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), New York Power Authority (NYPA), and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) launched an industry competition directed at heating and cooling equipment manufacturers to develop a new Cold Climate Packaged Heat Pump to better serve the needs of existing multifamily buildings. Taitem developed the specifications that manufacturers will use to develop the envisioned product which will help drive down cost and reduce disruption during installation.

Preventing Refrigerant Leaks in Heat Pump Systems
ASHRAE Journal, January 2021.
Heat pumps are viewed as the primary path to the electrification required to reduce and eliminate fossil fuels and associated carbon emissions in building energy systems. However, most heat pumps used in the US today contain R-410A, which is itself a relatively potent greenhouse gas. Preventing refrigerant leaks is therefore a priority. This article examines the issue and suggests best practices to prevent refrigerant leaks.

Air to Water Heat Pump Demonstration
 (NYSERDA) Report, June 2019.
In partnership with NYSERDA, Taitem Engineering completed a demonstration project focused on the practical application of air-to-water heat pumps for heating use in residential buildings. Throughout the project phases, Taitem identified market barriers to broader adoption of air-to-water heat pumps which are outlined in this report. Design strategies were developed to circumvent some of the barriers to adoption of this technology, although barriers related to cost and installation contractors remain.

Industrializing Deep Energy Retrofits
passivehousebuilding.com, Spring 2019.
Not all retrofits can be accomplished in one go, as the PHI recognized when it created a certification for phased retrofits, or EnerPHit projects. Deep energy retrofits of existing structures are an absolute must for meeting any reasonable carbon emission reduction goals, but cost-effective retrofits are challenging, to say the least.

High-Performance Packaged Terminal Heat Pump Market and Development Research Report
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Report, October 2018.
In partnership with NYSERDA, Taitem Engineering assesses the market conditions, existing technologies, and possible technology improvements for high-performance packaged terminal heat pumps.

On-site Energy Manager (OsEM) Pilot Program
The latest in comprehensive energy managementRead two impactful case studies from Taitem’s work as a NYSERDA On-Site Energy Manager (OsEM) about two industrial facilities exceeding their energy savings goals. This program offers a 75 percent cost-share for industrial, commercial, and multifamily buildings to work with Taitem for one year as a dedicated on-site energy manager. 
Corning Diesel Plant, Corning, NY>
Gutchess Lumber, Cortland, NY>

"Exploring willingness to delay charging by electric vehicle owners,"  EAERE Magazine, Winter 2020. 

"RetrofitNY: Christopher Court Net Zero Energy Retrofit Schematic Design," May 2019.

"Adjusting occupancy sensor delay can bring big energy savings," facilities.net, April 2019.

"High-Performance Packaged Terminal Heat Pump Market and Development Research Report," Spring 2019.

"PV Commissioning Tips and Best Practices," SOLARPRO, Spring 2019.

"Energiepring: A Dutch Approach to Deep Energy Retrofits and Its Applicability to the New York Market," NYSERDA Report, March 2018.

"Air source heat pumps are worth a close look," Building Operating Management, January 2018.

"Heat Pump Water Heaters — Bring Them Upstairs?" Home Energy, Fall 2018.

"Heating Loads — Upstairs vs. Downstairs." Home Energy, Fall 2017. 

"Blowing Off Steam - The Case for VRF Heat Pumps To Replace Steam." Syracuse Center of Excellence Innovation Fund Report, April 2017.

"3 ways to save energy — permanently." Building Operating Management, December 2016.

"Optimized Strategy for Scaling Up Deep Energy Retrofit." Final Report to New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, July 2015.

"Case Study: Net-zero energy building in NYC," Consulting-Specifying Engineer, May 2015.

“Boosting Multifamily Energy Savings Through Lighting Control Settings,” Home Energy, August/September 2013.

"The Receptivity of Roofs to Solar Panels," Sciforum's 2nd World Sustainability Forum, November, 2012;  Sciforum Electronic Conferences Series, 2012. 

"Energy Audits, Improvements in Small Office Buildings," ASHRAE Journal, October, 2012.

"Weatherstripping Windows with V-Strip," Home Energy, September/October, 2012.

“Measuring Window U-factors with IR Thermometers,” Home Energy, May/June, 2012.

"Air Infiltration Measurements in Buildings Using Sound Transmission Loss Through Small Apertures," International Journal of Green Energy, May, 2012.

“Method to Diagnose Window Failures and Measure U-Factors on Site,” International Journal of Green Energy, 9 (3) 280-296, 2012.

“Leaking Shower Diverters – An Overlooked Energy Waster,” Home Energy, March/April 2012.

“HVAC Selection for Envelope Dominated Buildings,” ASHRAE Journal, October 2011.

“Air Bypass in Vertical Stack Water Source Heat Pumps,” HVAC&R Research, October 2011.

“Ten Common Problems in Energy Audits,” ASHRAE Journal, February 2011.

“Design from the Outside In,” Journal of Green Building, Volume 5.1, Winter 2010.

"Water and Energy Use in Steam-Heated Buildings," ASHRAE Journal, May 2010.

“Energy Audits in Large Commercial Office Buildings,” ASHRAE Journal, January 2009.

"Clean Energy for Green Buildings,"  Journal of Green Building, Vol. 2 No. 1, Winter 2007.

"Sealing Attic Hatches,”  Home Energy, September/ October 2007.

"Improving Crawlspaces in New York Multifamily Buildings," Home Energy, July/August 2006.

"Emergency Generators and Combustion-Air Safety,"  Heating/Piping/Air Conditioning Engineering, November 2000.

“Converting Electrically Heated Multifamily Buildings: The Vented Room Heater Option,”  Home Energy, January/February 2000.

"ASHRAE 152P Validation: Basement Warm-Air Distribution Systems," with Peter Strunk, Synertech Systems /Corporation, August 1999.  Part 2   Part 3

"Common Mistakes in Indoor Air Quality Calculations,"  INvironment Professional, August 1996, Vol. 2, No. 8.

"Evaluation of Ventilation in Multifamily Buildings," Final Report to New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Report 93-5, June 1993.

"Measuring Heat Pump Efficiency in the Field,"  Home Energy, March/April 1991.

"Bidding for Demand Side Management Performance Contracts," with Greg Thomas, Home Energy, January-February 1991.

Journals

Taitem has led over 20 energy research projects, and its findings have been published nationally in peer-reviewed journals. 

Technical papers

Guidance on technical topics and best practices for achieving energy savings via energy conservation measures. 

Presentations

Our team understands the importance of sharing best practices and thoughtfully presenting our research and achievements with industry peers. Below are some recent presentations from our team.

SUNY ESF, US Green Building Council, and Syracuse Center of Excellence
NYS Green Building Conference (NYSGBC) -Spring 2024

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) 
Hot Water Forum & Hot Air Forum - Spring 2024

Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) 
NESEA Boston Conference - Spring 2024

Building Pro Tour: Ironworks Ithaca - Fall 2023 

NESEA Boston Conference - Spring 2022
  • Take Charge and Electrify That Building  |  Presenter: Brendan Mangino, Senior Engineer

PHIUS Alliance  
Quarterly Webinar Series - Winter 2022 
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