Achieving Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
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What is a consequence of poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)?

  • Improved health
  • Increased energy efficiency
  • Headaches (correct)
  • Reduced CO2 emission

    • What is the recommended PM level for IAQ?

  • >100µg/m3
  • 25µg/m3 (correct)
  • 10µg/m3
  • 50µg/m3

    • What is a key factor in achieving thermal comfort?

  • Humidity (correct)
  • Air speed
  • Electrical resistance
  • Radiation

    • What is the purpose of building insulation?

    <p>To maintain cooled air within a structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is thermal inertia?

    <p>The thermal changes in materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is air tightness ventilation essential?

    <p>To increase air inlet and outlet within the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of designing for thermal comfort?

    <p>To achieve neutral living conditions and maximize energy efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Coefficient of Performance (COP) used for?

    <p>To assess the performance of air conditioning systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the steps to achieve energy efficiency and sustainability goals?

    <p>Setting up energy policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ)?

    <p>Human comfort and well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended sound level in offices?

    <p>40 dB to 45 dB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the factors to consider in building design for optimum bioclimatic design?

    <p>Insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of visual comfort in building design?

    <p>To enhance human comfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended sound level in the residential sector?

    <p>55 dB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the guidelines for passive design?

    <p>Air ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of submetering devices according to ASHRAE standards?

    <p>To accurately measure and analyze energy consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the focuses of the 'Sustainable Sites' category in LEED certification?

    <p>Minimizing pollution from construction activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of occupancy sensor control of lighting and HVAC systems?

    <p>To automate lighting and HVAC systems based on occupancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the 'Water Efficiency' category of LEED certification?

    <p>Measures for indoor and outdoor water reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ASHRAE standards for energy design guidelines?

    <p>To lead to significant performance improvements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the considerations in the 'Location and Transportation' category of LEED certification?

    <p>Selecting sites with sustainable access to transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of Energy Efficient Design Features?

    <p>Reduced energy consumption through efficient design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Cycle 1 – Simple Box Modeling?

    <p>To identify the most impactful design characteristics on building performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT analyzed in Cycle 1 – Simple Box Modeling?

    <p>HVAC system selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which design phase is Cycle 1 – Simple Box Modeling typically performed?

    <p>Conceptual or early schematic design phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Cycle 3 – Load Reduction Modeling?

    <p>Reducing heating and cooling loads to enhance ROI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a strategy for reducing peak loads in Cycle 3 – Load Reduction Modeling?

    <p>Implementing passive conditioning and natural ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Cycle 3 – Load Reduction Modeling ideally be completed?

    <p>By the end of the schematic design phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Cycle 4 – HVAC System Selection Modeling?

    <p>To evaluate the annual energy demand impacts of various HVAC system options</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cycle focuses on the analysis and refinement of architectural forms?

    <p>Cycle 2 – Conceptual Design Modeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of conducting an energy audit?

    <p>To reduce energy consumption and associated costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the first level of energy auditing?

    <p>Assessing potential conservation opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is done at the basic level of energy auditing?

    <p>Comparing references and conducting feasibility studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating annual consumption of water and electricity?

    <p>To compare with benchmarks or historical data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is done at the second level of energy auditing?

    <p>Conducting a comprehensive and detailed study of energy use and consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an economical and capital analysis?

    <p>To measure the ROI of energy efficiency measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the steps involved in the standard level of energy auditing?

    <p>Conducting on-site inspections to gather data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of prioritizing conservation initiatives?

    <p>To allocate an initial budget for implementing conservation measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Achieving Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

    • Setting up energy policy, educating staff, and conducting walk-round listings and exhibitions are steps to achieve energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

    Energy Efficiency in Building Design

    • Optimum bioclimatic design involves considering insulation, air tightness, ventilation, equipment, and renewable energy sources to enhance energy efficiency.

    Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ)

    • IEQ is related to human comfort, encompassing four types: visual, acoustic, indoor air quality (IAQ), and thermal comfort.
    • Visual comfort requires proper lighting, considering light intensity, color temperature, and glare.
    • Acoustic comfort involves minimizing noise produced by transportation and rotating equipment, with recommended sound levels being 55 dB for residential areas and 40-45 dB for offices.
    • IAQ comfort involves meeting standards and regulations, with base figures not exceeding 25µg/m3 for PM, 25 ppm for 8-hour CO emission, and 5,000 ppm for 24/7 building CO2 emission.
    • Thermal comfort involves considering factors like humidity, air spread, radiation, air temperature, and type of clothing, with the goal of achieving neutral living conditions.

    Design Features for Energy Efficiency

    • Energy-efficient design features include:
      • Windows sizing, placement, and specification
      • Insulation, amount, and placement in roofs
      • Cooling equipment efficiency
      • Demand control ventilation through CO2 sensors or occupancy sensors
      • Variable Air Volume (VAV)
      • Duct insulation and airtightness
      • High-efficiency motors
      • Occupancy sensor control of lighting and HVAC systems through Building Automation Systems (BAS)
      • Optimal start/stop for HVAC systems
      • Cooling equipment optimization and lighting power density

    Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED)

    • LEED is a certification that incorporates various codes and standards, requiring considerations such as:
      • Integrative processes
      • Location and transportation
      • Sustainable sites
      • Water efficiency
      • IAQ, daylight optimization, glare control, and local material selection

    Design Modeling Cycles

    • Cycle 1 (Simple Box Modeling): Orientation-neutral model, defining design characteristics that impact building performance, including site conditions, massing, building envelope, lighting, thermal comfort, plug and process loads, and program and operational parameters.
    • Cycle 2 (Conceptual Design Modeling): Analyzing and refining architectural forms to fine-tune building performance, including orientation, natural or mixed mode ventilation, passive solar heating, and daylighting.
    • Cycle 3 (Load Reduction Modeling): Reducing heating and cooling loads to enhance Return on Investment (ROI), including strategies like building envelope, lighting, internal equipment loads, outside air, and passive conditioning.
    • Cycle 4 (HVAC System Selection Modeling): Evaluating annual energy demand impacts of various system options and their resulting impact on building operating expenses.

    Energy Auditing

    • Energy auditing progresses through several levels, including:
      • Basic level: Comparing references, conducting feasibility studies, and analyzing previous data.
      • First level: Selecting specific groups of processes for energy conservation efforts.
      • Second level: Conducting a comprehensive and detailed study of energy use and consumption.
      • Third level: Conducting an economical and capital analysis to measure the ROI, ensuring energy efficiency measures are financially viable.

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