Modeling and Building Systems Optimization
Modeling tools can simulate the interactions of building systems and how they affect overall energy performance. To gain credits for optimizing energy performance, the LEED program requires project teams to use such modeling to compare a building’s annual “design energy cost” with the “energy cost budget” for a building of the same use and configuration that complies with ASHRAE 90.1. The 90.1 standard is the most widely accepted energy standard cited by codes in the U.S. With it as a benchmark, LEED projects are awarded credits on a sliding scale, based on the percentage of energy savings predicted to be above the benchmark standard.
DEDC uses energy modeling to help project teams make good decisions early on in the process. We use modeling software to model a building's energy performance and use the data provided from modeling to develop a wide range of energy conservation strategies for building systems.
We provide payback analysis including lifecycle cost analysis to determine the best approach for a specific project and client.
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