This comprehensive up-to-date reference book details new tools for reducing energy costs in buildings, developing distributed generation strategies, and employing the latest security measures for any type of facility. More than 100 authorities have contributed to this work. Topics include: how integrated combined heat and power systems for buildings are being utilized, high performance buildings for sustainable design, new tools for federal energy projects, power quality solutions, measurement and verification systems and continuous commissioning, and security facilities for bio-terrorism and...

From the author of THE PEACE SEEKERS...a story that once again places the reader into the life of the Peace Seekers, a tale of good against evil, reincarnation, and spiritual healing, and Cassie West's ongoing journey of self-discovery in an intrigue-ridden venue of national politics and world-wide cartels. Cassie has survived the brutal shooting of her beloved, standing helplessly by as he is gunned down in her apartment. The FBI has asked her to serve as bait to trap the murderer. Only then can she dedicate her energy to working with Seth, a newly elected U.S. Senator, on a political path...