Glossary

Cooling load


The amount of heat to be removed (to cool) for cooling (including the amount of heat required to reduce humidity).
The main cooling loads are the following.

Conductivity that takes place through walls, windows, etc. due to temperature differences between the inside and outside of a room.

The effect of solar heat.

Heat and moisture brought in by the incoming air.

Heat dissipated by the occupants.

Heat from machinery, lighting equipment, etc.

Heat and moisture from outside air intake for ventilation.