Energy-Efficient Motor Systems: A Handbook on Technology, Program, and Policy Opportunities, 2nd Edition

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Motors use more than half of all electricity, yet efforts to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness of drivepower systems have received relatively little attention. This volume outlines a systems approach encompassing efficient motors, optimized controls, improved component sizing and repair, better transmission hardware, and more comprehensive monitoring and maintenance. Full application of the measures described here can cut U.S. electricity demand by 27% to 40%, save motor users and utilities billions of dollars, reduce pollutant emissions, and enhance productivity. In addition to explaining the technical opportunities in language understandable to non-engineers, the book reviews what we know about the existing motor stock and its use, chronicles experience to date with drivepower programs and policies, and offers recommendations for future efforts. The target audience includes those designing and implementing information, incentive, R&D, and legislative programs related to motor systems. Engineers and facilities managers should benefit as well from the comprehensive overview of the technology options in this important and rapidly evolving field.

This book was written by an interdisciplinary team of engineers, energy analysts, and program planners who collectively have over 50 years experience in the energy efficiency field.

Corrections and Updates:

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  Pages 357 and 457: Robert Nailen is corrected to be Richard Nailen
  

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