Strömstadsbyggen
Strömstadsbyggen and Strömstadslokaler manage properties such as housing, industry, schools and sports facilities in Strömstad and are owned by Strömstad Municipality. The vast majority of buildings have been heated by geothermal heatpumps since the early 1990s when fuel oil was phased out.
What are the benefits of using BIM Energy?
To be able to investigate different alternatives to energy measures ourselves without having to contract consultants. At an early stage when renovation is planned, we can see what measures we should invest in. What are the savings of adding additional insulation or replacement of windows for example. An additional advantage is to be able to simulate different heat pumps as well, which is especially useful due to the large use of geothermal heat pumps in Strömstad.
How has your way of working changed since you started using the program?
We are not as dependent on consultants but can do investigations by ourselves. We plans to build up all our buildings as energy models and be able to evaluate proposed measures in connection with energy audits and renovations.