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ASHRAE 90.4 Update

ANSI/ASHRAE 90.4 provides new energy design standards specifically for data centers that were needed as data center energy usage increased. It serves as a "sister" standard to 90.1 and uses new metrics like the mechanical load component (MLC) and electrical load component (ELC) that better measure data center efficiency. Widespread adoption of 90.4 by governing bodies is important so that good energy practices are ensured. The standard was published in 2016 and addendums are being proposed to update metrics, while 90.1 is also being updated to allow compliance using 90.4. Adoption is underway in states like Washington and overall 90.4 provides a better solution that the industry supports.

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ASHRAE 90.4 Update

ANSI/ASHRAE 90.4 provides new energy design standards specifically for data centers that were needed as data center energy usage increased. It serves as a "sister" standard to 90.1 and uses new metrics like the mechanical load component (MLC) and electrical load component (ELC) that better measure data center efficiency. Widespread adoption of 90.4 by governing bodies is important so that good energy practices are ensured. The standard was published in 2016 and addendums are being proposed to update metrics, while 90.1 is also being updated to allow compliance using 90.4. Adoption is underway in states like Washington and overall 90.4 provides a better solution that the industry supports.

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ANSI/ASHRAE 90.

4
Energy Standard for
Data Centers
and
The Importance of Adoption
by
Standards and Code Governing Bodies

UPDATE
Agenda

• What is the New Std. 90.4?


• Why Std. 90.4 Was Needed
• 90.4 as “Sister” to 90.1
• Reasons for New Design Metrics
• 90.4 and the AHJ
• Why is Code Adoption Important?
• Good Codes Ensure Good Practices
• Current Status of 90.4
Current Status of 90.4
Washington State

• Energy Code Requirement for Data Centers


(greater than 10 kW and 20 W/ft2)
• Has adopted Section 6.0 (Mechanical) and
Section 8.0 (Electrical) of ASHRAE 90.4-2016
• ELC values are as stated in 90.4-2016
• MLC values are lower than 90.4-2016
• Climate Zone 4C (Western Washington)
Design MLC = 0.22 and Annual MLC = 0.18
• Climate Zone 5B (Eastern Washington)
Design MLC = 0.24 and Annual MLC = 0.17
• Will take effect on July 1, 2020
• Energy Code Requirements for Computer Rooms
(< 10 kW or < 20 W/ft2) does not change
Current Status of 90.4
Proposed Changes by SSPC 90.4 Committee
• January 2019 – SSPC 90.4 Committee Approved 3 Changes for Public Review
• Addendum f – Changes UPS Segment Values of ELC
• UPS Efficiencies Have Improved Since Final 90.4 Public Review in 2015
• Proposes Tighter Numbers Than Original Std. 90.4-2016
• Better Aligns 90.4 Standard With Current UPS Efficiencies
• Addendum g – Stipulates More Aggressive MLC Values
• Creates Energy Target More In-line with Other Current Standards
• Eliminates “Design MLC” Compliance Path: Not True Indication of Energy Usage
• Lowers Annualized MLC Values for All Climate Zones
• Creates Two MLC Values for Each Climate Zone Based on Room Size
• Addendum h – Adds New Alternate Compliance Approach
• Simplifies Compliance for Small Rooms Served From Building HVAC via VAV Boxes
• Example Might Be IDF Closets (TR Rooms
• Public Review Publication Date Anticipated as March 8, 2019
• Expected 30 Day Public Review
• Pending SPLS approval.
Current Status of 90.4
ASHRAE Public Review Process
• Addenda Recommended for Approval by the SSPC
(Standing Standard Project Committee)
• Addenda Approved by SPLS Begin Public Review
(Standards Project Liaison Subcommittee)
• ANSI Notified of Intended Public Review Start Date
(American National Standards Institute)
• Public Review Period Begins
• Duration Depends on Length of Document
• Less than 5 pages →30 Days | More than 5 pages →45 Days)
• Anyone Can Comment During Open Period at
http://osr.ashrae.org
Current Status of 90.4
Proposed Addendum “bv” in SSPC 90.1
• Purpose: Allow Use of ASHRAE Std. 90.4 Option Instead of 90.1
• Designers Have Option to Use 90.4 Performance Path Instead of 90.1 Prescriptive
• Option Affects Computer Rooms With IT Equipment Load Greater Than 10 kW
• Same as Defined Term “Data Center” in Std. 90.4
• Added as Alternative Path in 90.1 Sections 6 and 8 (Mech. & Elect.)
• PUE Definitions and Requirements Removed From Section 6.6
• Also Removed Definitions Related to PUE.
• Addendum “bv” Published For Public Review
• 45 Day Review Period
• Opened February 8, 2019; Closes March 25, 2019
Conclusion:
• Standard 90.4 is Published
• Solves Industry Concerns With 90.1
• It Will be Easier for the AHJ
• The Industry Wants to Use It
• Code Adoption is Essential
• Adoptions and Changes are
Underway

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