Here in its thoroughly revised third edition is a manager"s guide to the most important areas of energy cost cutting. Written by three of the most respected energy professionals in the industry, Guide to Energy Management examines the fundamental objectives of the energy management process, and illustrates techniques and tools proven effective for achieving results. Many new ideas and technologies will be needed in the federal sector in the new millennium to meet the goal of the executive orders signed by President Clinton to reduce energy use 30% by the year 2005, and 35% by 2010. The authors have included valuable insights which address meeting these specific goals, as well as tools for building the skills needed to succeed in the fast changing energy management field. The third edition offers a new chapter written by co-author Kennedy on tying maintenance into the energy management program. Other key topics include energy auditing, rate structures, economic evaluation techniques, lighting efficiency improvement, HVAC optimization, combustion and use of industrial wastes, steam generation and distribution system performance, control systems and computers, process energy management, insulation, renewable energy and industrial water management.