Builder Insight No. 12 - Reducing Energy Use in Multi
... with a fairly even distribution between 144 to 299 kWh/ m2/yr. On average, 51% of this energy is attributable to the burning of natural gas (make-up air units, hot water and gas fireplaces), 28% to electricity used in individual suites (electric heat, lighting, appliances, outlets, etc.) and 21% to ...
... with a fairly even distribution between 144 to 299 kWh/ m2/yr. On average, 51% of this energy is attributable to the burning of natural gas (make-up air units, hot water and gas fireplaces), 28% to electricity used in individual suites (electric heat, lighting, appliances, outlets, etc.) and 21% to ...
A Simplified Rapid Energy Model and Interface for Nontechnical Users
... transmitted by all elements of a multi-layered façade. Spectrally-selective materials are modeled with a tri-band radiation model: IR, visible, and solar-thermal radiation are each considered separately. The thermal-circuit method shown in Figure 6 is used for computing gains through the windows Qwi ...
... transmitted by all elements of a multi-layered façade. Spectrally-selective materials are modeled with a tri-band radiation model: IR, visible, and solar-thermal radiation are each considered separately. The thermal-circuit method shown in Figure 6 is used for computing gains through the windows Qwi ...
Energy in Architecture Climate responsive design and the wisdom of
... Thou the European Commission defined a strategy necessary to achieve the goal of a competitive sustainable and safe energy for the European Countries, lifestyle of western societies led to an increase in the consumption of primary energy, a future of low carbon dioxide emissions is an effective solu ...
... Thou the European Commission defined a strategy necessary to achieve the goal of a competitive sustainable and safe energy for the European Countries, lifestyle of western societies led to an increase in the consumption of primary energy, a future of low carbon dioxide emissions is an effective solu ...
5.3 Potential and opportunities for energy efficiency in buildings
... system to partly power the compressor and pump. Or consider using solar hot water to provide low carbon hot water in the summer months. Other advantages include; no requirement of fuel deliveries, provides provide space heating and hot water, can lower fuel bills, depending on what heating fuel is ...
... system to partly power the compressor and pump. Or consider using solar hot water to provide low carbon hot water in the summer months. Other advantages include; no requirement of fuel deliveries, provides provide space heating and hot water, can lower fuel bills, depending on what heating fuel is ...
The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
... allowing heat from the geothermal water into the return chilled water flow and then into the condenser hot water loop. The chillers’ energy efficiency ratio (EER) is 30 and the heating coefficient of performance (COP) is 5.5. These are the nominal cooling and heating efficiencies, which vary with th ...
... allowing heat from the geothermal water into the return chilled water flow and then into the condenser hot water loop. The chillers’ energy efficiency ratio (EER) is 30 and the heating coefficient of performance (COP) is 5.5. These are the nominal cooling and heating efficiencies, which vary with th ...
energy efficiency in new buildings - GBG Gebäude
... areas of particulate matter and climate protection. In order to use district heating with climate protection in mind, most of the heat is produced from CO2-neutral sources such as cogeneration and waste heat utilisation as well as solar energy, bio gas and bio mass. Converting heating systems to dis ...
... areas of particulate matter and climate protection. In order to use district heating with climate protection in mind, most of the heat is produced from CO2-neutral sources such as cogeneration and waste heat utilisation as well as solar energy, bio gas and bio mass. Converting heating systems to dis ...
Good Energy brochure
... into an energy efficient family home with the aim of reducing its carbon footprint from 10 tonnes per year to 2.5 tonnes. Key to the improvements has been the replacement of the original UVPC windows with VELFAC 200 series double-glazed, argon-filled windows and sliding window doors. At the front of ...
... into an energy efficient family home with the aim of reducing its carbon footprint from 10 tonnes per year to 2.5 tonnes. Key to the improvements has been the replacement of the original UVPC windows with VELFAC 200 series double-glazed, argon-filled windows and sliding window doors. At the front of ...
Climate-responsive residential buildings in India. Just a drop in the
... increases will likely be more strongly felt in urban areas due to the urban heat island effect (UHI) that leads cities to have higher air and surface temperatures compared to rural areas. Pollution plays a negative role that is not only difficult to control but also affects health and aggravates hea ...
... increases will likely be more strongly felt in urban areas due to the urban heat island effect (UHI) that leads cities to have higher air and surface temperatures compared to rural areas. Pollution plays a negative role that is not only difficult to control but also affects health and aggravates hea ...
York University Computer Science Building, The
... concrete) also provides thermal mass to smooth heating and cooling load peaks. In addition, external shading on the south exposure and saw-tooth walls on the east and west sides neutralize unwanted heat gain, thereby further reducing the cooling load. Underfloor air delivery in the lecture theatres ...
... concrete) also provides thermal mass to smooth heating and cooling load peaks. In addition, external shading on the south exposure and saw-tooth walls on the east and west sides neutralize unwanted heat gain, thereby further reducing the cooling load. Underfloor air delivery in the lecture theatres ...
Energy - draft report
... and portion of it will be glazed glass walls. Internal light shelves will passively aid the penetration of daylight deeper into the occupied spaces. Glazing The window glazing will be high performance thermally broken double pane insulated units that are spectrally selective and contain a low-emissi ...
... and portion of it will be glazed glass walls. Internal light shelves will passively aid the penetration of daylight deeper into the occupied spaces. Glazing The window glazing will be high performance thermally broken double pane insulated units that are spectrally selective and contain a low-emissi ...
434 kB 15 September, 2015 IEE Total Concept
... recovery unit. The ventilation system fulfils the current requirements but is nearing the end of its service time. Concepts for renewing the system have been drafted but not implemented yet. The ventilation is manually controlled by timing it to operate according to planned use/events in the buildin ...
... recovery unit. The ventilation system fulfils the current requirements but is nearing the end of its service time. Concepts for renewing the system have been drafted but not implemented yet. The ventilation is manually controlled by timing it to operate according to planned use/events in the buildin ...
LOW-ENERGY DESIGN IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
... means that detached housing can be the most energy demanding building type when air-conditioned. This can be offset by their greater capacity for natural ventilation as they are more able to take advantage of wind from any direction. The roof element is highly exposed to solar radiation in hot and a ...
... means that detached housing can be the most energy demanding building type when air-conditioned. This can be offset by their greater capacity for natural ventilation as they are more able to take advantage of wind from any direction. The roof element is highly exposed to solar radiation in hot and a ...
building energy and architectural form relationships
... creation of large glazing areas, such as winter gardens or verandas that surround the outdoor living areas and serve as specific thermal collectors. The southern facades are constructed as widely glazed winter gardens, where the accumulated solar heated air is led further to the residential premises ...
... creation of large glazing areas, such as winter gardens or verandas that surround the outdoor living areas and serve as specific thermal collectors. The southern facades are constructed as widely glazed winter gardens, where the accumulated solar heated air is led further to the residential premises ...
sustainable buildings in hot and dry climate of india
... winter and cool in summer, thus creating a yearround comfortable environment. In passive building designs, the passive system is integrated into the building elements and materials. It should be understood that passive architectural design does not necessarily mean the elimination of standard mechan ...
... winter and cool in summer, thus creating a yearround comfortable environment. In passive building designs, the passive system is integrated into the building elements and materials. It should be understood that passive architectural design does not necessarily mean the elimination of standard mechan ...
low temperature heating systems
... gap at the edge of the floor into the rooms above. However it was found that heating of the two remaining floors was insufficient and additional heating was required. ...
... gap at the edge of the floor into the rooms above. However it was found that heating of the two remaining floors was insufficient and additional heating was required. ...
Building envelope design as a passive cooling technique
... Openings are located in the envelope to provide physical access to a building, create views to the outside, admit daylight and/or solar energy for heating, and supply natural ventilation. The form, size, and location of the openings vary depending upon the role they play in the building envelope. Wi ...
... Openings are located in the envelope to provide physical access to a building, create views to the outside, admit daylight and/or solar energy for heating, and supply natural ventilation. The form, size, and location of the openings vary depending upon the role they play in the building envelope. Wi ...
A Methodology to Develop a Sustainable, High Performance
... Graphite/Fiberglass Offset Studs with Resilient Air/Vapor Barrier Toward Middle of Insulation ...
... Graphite/Fiberglass Offset Studs with Resilient Air/Vapor Barrier Toward Middle of Insulation ...
Climate Responsive Design For Damayang Lagi Site
... As mentioned before, interior climate comfort could not be achieved by passive means of cooling. Despite that the design should be as responsive to the harsh climate as possible and reduce the effect on the inhabitans. To do that, it is necessary to decrease the heat gain from radiation wherever it ...
... As mentioned before, interior climate comfort could not be achieved by passive means of cooling. Despite that the design should be as responsive to the harsh climate as possible and reduce the effect on the inhabitans. To do that, it is necessary to decrease the heat gain from radiation wherever it ...
PASSIVE COOLING TECHNIQUES - Archi
... zone on the cool mass floor, pulling air along the floor from other areas of the house as well as any open doors. •Secondly the rising and escaping air creates an interior low pressure that should pull in large volumes or exterior air from the patio doors. •Depending on the primary wind direction an ...
... zone on the cool mass floor, pulling air along the floor from other areas of the house as well as any open doors. •Secondly the rising and escaping air creates an interior low pressure that should pull in large volumes or exterior air from the patio doors. •Depending on the primary wind direction an ...
Thermal Mass
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
Thermal mass
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
Thermal Mass
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
Thermal Mass
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
... location, and building type), the expert system designs a basic building, filling in hundreds of items of data; user can make subsequent revisions. University of California at Los Angeles. ...
How to account the heat consumption of an apartment?
... Neither heat energy meters, nor heat cost allocators, of course, do not reduce the heat consumption directly, but rather encourage to pay more attention towards heat consumption habits. However, when wishing to save, one should not fall into extremity. Improper temperature can cause damage to health ...
... Neither heat energy meters, nor heat cost allocators, of course, do not reduce the heat consumption directly, but rather encourage to pay more attention towards heat consumption habits. However, when wishing to save, one should not fall into extremity. Improper temperature can cause damage to health ...
Passive house
The term passive house (Passivhaus in German) refers to a rigorous, voluntary standard for energy efficiency in a building, reducing its ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low energy buildings that require little energy for space heating or cooling. A similar standard, MINERGIE-P, is used in Switzerland. The standard is not confined to residential properties; several office buildings, schools, kindergartens and a supermarket have also been constructed to the standard. Passive design is not an attachment or supplement to architectural design, but a design process that is integrated with architectural design. Although it is mostly applied to new buildings, it has also been used for refurbishments.Estimates of the number of Passivhaus buildings around the world in late 2008 ranged from 15,000 to 20,000 structures. As of August 2010, there were approximately 25,000 such certified structures of all types in Europe, while in the United States there were only 13, with a few dozen more under construction. The vast majority of passive structures have been built in German-speaking countries and Scandinavia.