New indices to assess building energy efficiency at the use stage

Abstract:

Numerous computer programs are available to calculate the energy efficiency of buildings. Many are based on the use of a reference building to determine the degree of efficiency. However, this methodology presents a major constraint when assessing a building after construction and during the use stage. To assess the energy efficiency of buildings, this paper proposes new indices based on energy consumption during different periods; as well as other parameters of the buildings such as construction area, number of users, and air-conditioned volume. Results are presented as an application for various buildings on the campus of the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia. © 2010 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Año de publicación:

2011

Keywords:

• Building classification
• Energy efficiency
• Use stage
• energy audit

Fuente:

scopus