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    The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on building energy simulation, including an introduction to building simulation, the different types of building simulation with a focus on whole building energy simulation (WBES), the required inputs and outputs for WBES modeling, and a demonstration of modeling software. Key aspects of WBES covered include modeling the proposed and baseline building designs, required inputs like building geometry, materials, loads, energy systems and weather data, and output metrics like energy savings percentage and predicted energy use.

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    The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on building energy simulation, including an introduction to building simulation, the different types of building simulation with a focus on whole building energy simulation (WBES), the required inputs and outputs for WBES modeling, and a demonstration of modeling software. Key aspects of WBES covered include modeling the proposed and baseline building designs, required inputs like building geometry, materials, loads, energy systems and weather data, and output metrics like energy savings percentage and predicted energy use.

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    The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on building energy simulation, including an introduction to building simulation, the different types of building simulation with a focus on whole building energy simulation (WBES), the required inputs and outputs for WBES modeling, and a demonstration of modeling software. Key aspects of WBES covered include modeling the proposed and baseline building designs, required inputs like building geometry, materials, loads, energy systems and weather data, and output metrics like energy savings percentage and predicted energy use.

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    The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on building energy simulation, including an introduction to building simulation, the different types of building simulation with a focus on whole building energy simulation (WBES), the required inputs and outputs for WBES modeling, and a demonstration of modeling software. Key aspects of WBES covered include modeling the proposed and baseline building designs, required inputs like building geometry, materials, loads, energy systems and weather data, and output metrics like energy savings percentage and predicted energy use.

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    Agenda

    1. Introduction to Building Simulation


    2. Types of Building Simulation
    3. Whole Building Energy Simulation (WBES)
    4. WBES - Inputs
    5. WBES - Outputs
    6. Demonstration of Modeling Software
    7. Questions
    Building Energy Simulation

    Nanda Abeysekera
    GreenSL AP, LEED AP
    Greenpath Energy (Pvt) Ltd
    www.greenpath-energy.com
    Introduction to Building Simulation

    • What is Computer Simulation?


    Using a computer program to represent and model the
    functioning of a particular object or system in order to be
    able to optimize and improve performance
    Introduction to Building Simulation

    • What is Building Simulation?


    Modeling certain aspects of a building on a computer -
    ideally prior to construction - providing insights into the
    building’s eventual performance and giving an
    opportunity to optimize and improve that performance
    Introduction to Building Simulation

    • Why do Building Simulation?


    - Improve Building Performance
    - Make better use of Passive Techniques
    - Perform cost-value analysis for building improvements,
    and validate and demonstrate value to clients.
    - A better understanding of the complex interactions
    between all building elements.
    - Avoid risks and liabilities on building performance
    related issues.
    - Comply with Green Building Certification Standards
    Types of Building Simulation
    1. Envelope Analysis (Insulation, Glazing, etc.)
    Types of Building Simulation
    2. CFD analysis of building air and heat flows
    Types of Building Simulation
    3. Lighting and Daylighting Analysis
    Types of Building Simulation
    4. Wind Load Simulation
    Types of Building Simulation
    5. Whole Building Energy Simulation
    Whole Building Energy Simulation
    A WBES software program utilizes a variety of inputs to
    predict the future energy use of a prospective building
    prior to design. All aspects of the building from geometry,
    constructions, energy systems, schedules, local weather,
    etc must be input into the energy model.

    Several Options for Simulation Software:


    1. eQuest
    2. Autodesk Suite (Revit + Green Building Studio)
    3. DesignBuilder
    4. Sefaira (SketchUp)
    Etc…
    Whole Building Energy Simulation

    Overall Best* WBES software:


    eQuest, developed by the US
    Department of Energy
    * In my opinion, of course

    PROS CONS

    • Powerful Engine • Outdated Interface


    • General Purpose • No CAD Automation
    • Wizard Mode (Quick) • Inflexible
    • Fast Simulation • Tracking Errors is Difficult
    • Widely Used • No detailed rendering
    • Free
    Whole Building Energy Simulation
    Modelling Cases:
    • PROPOSED CASE MODEL: A proposed building, with all
    geometry and energy systems modeled as designed
    together with reasonable assumptions on usage, schedules,
    and setpoints.
    • BASELINE CASE MODEL: The proposed building modified to
    meet a standard or code (e.g. ASHRAE 90.1). Envelope,
    efficiencies, lighting, etc. are set by this standard)
    • CALIBRATED MODEL: A model of an existing building set up
    to match (as closely as possible) the actual energy
    consumption of the building as shown by past utility bills
    WBES – Required Inputs
    2. Building Constructions and Material Properties
    WBES – Required Inputs
    1. Building Geometry, Orientation, and Zoning
    WBES – Required Inputs
    3. Loads and Schedules
    WBES – Required Inputs
    4. Energy Systems and Specifications
    WBES – Required Inputs
    5. Utility Rates
    WBES – Required Inputs
    6. Local Weather File
    Simulate!
    WBES – Simulation Outputs
    1. Percentage Improvement

    Percentage Improvement for the Proposed Case is based


    on Energy Cost as follows:

    Percentage = BASELINEEC – PROPOSEDEC X 100


    Improvement BASELINEEC
    WBES – Simulation Outputs
    2. Predicted Energy Consumption
    WBES – Simulation Outputs
    3. Predicted Utility Bill Payments
    WBES – Simulation Outputs
    4. Detailed Simulation Output
    Demonstration of Modeling Software

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