CH-93-16-2 -- A Study of Energy Use in Grocery Stores PDF

Reports on two grocery store studies in Texas. Presents the results from a survey of 93 stores. Describes a case study of a grocery store that has been intensely studied, including submetering. States the results of the 93-store survey showed that, on average, most stores were about the same size and the total electricity consumption was roughly 9 W/ft² for all stores, varying by only plus or minus 2 W/ft². Heat reclamation from the refrigeration systems provided an adequate means of space heating for most winter conditions.

KEYWORDS: Energy consumption, USA, electricity consumption, supermarkets, refrigeration.