Simplified Building Energy Modelling with BIM Energy Renovation

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You don’t need to be a 3D modelling expert to create your building models for energy analysis with BIM Energy Renovation. We have simplified building energy modelling with automated processes to make it quick and easy for our Users.

The Building module contains its own 3D modelling functionality including our innovative “model from the map” feature. This integrated approach ensures a seamless workflow, accurate data, and eliminates the need to invest in additional 3D modelling software. By focusing on essential parameters, our simplified 3D building energy modelling workflow facilitates quick assessments and precise energy performance evaluations for your buildings.

Simplified Building Energy Modelling Steps

  • Basic Geometry: Define the overall dimensions and structure of the building, such as height, width, depth, and number of storeys. Use “Model from Map” for fast and easy building geometry definitions.

  • Edit Floor Plan: Modify the building’s layout by adding or adjusting rooms and spaces.

  • Edit Glazing: Adjust window placements and specifications to optimise natural light and thermal performance.

  • Edit Interior Wall: Add or modify interior walls to define different spaces within the building.

Simplified Building Energy Modelling from online map
Simplified Building Energy Modelling Wizard

  • Change Constructions on Building Components: Update or change materials and construction methods for various building components.

  • Review Building Components: Inspect and verify the details of building elements to ensure accuracy and performance.

  • Positioning: Adjust the orientation and location of the building on the site.

  • Surrounding Conditions: Consider the external environment and conditions that may affect the building’s performance.

Multi-Building Group Feature

The new Multi-Building Group feature in the BIM Energy Renovation module allows users to combine multiple buildings into a single project for a more comprehensive energy analysis on the entire property portfolio.

We have created innovative functionality enabling buildings to be created/selected directly from the map, simplifying the process of adding properties to a project. This map-based selection is particularly beneficial for large property portfolios, allowing users to quickly and accurately define buildings’ exact locations.

Simplified Building Energy Modelling - Group Multiple Buildings

By aggregating the energy performance of several buildings, users get a holistic energy evaluation and scenario planning across entire property portfolios. Users get a better understanding of overall energy consumption, identify synergies, and optimise renovation strategies for improved energy efficiency and investment payback. This feature streamlines the management for real estate owners, making it easier to achieve energy performance goals across multiple properties.

Multi-Zone Energy Calculation

The much-anticipated multi-zone energy calculation feature is now available as a beta version in BIM Energy Renovation. For buildings with varied activities, you can divide the structure into different zones, each with specific technical settings (usage, ventilation, heating, cooling). This approach accounts for heat transfer between zones, providing a more accurate energy calculation across the entire building.

Simplified Building Energy Modelling Benefits

  • Simplicity and Speed: Creating a full 3D model is time-consuming and requires significant expertise. Simplified energy models can be generated by Engineers and Property managers rapidly to compare different energy saving scenarios, without the need for detailed 3D models, making them more practical for initial analysis and quick iterations.

  • Ease of Use: Simplified Building Energy Models (SBEM) can be easily created and understood by all Users without extensive training. This democratizes energy analysis, allowing more team members to participate in the process.

  • Less Investment: Simplified models reduce the need for specific 3D software, extensive training and expertise, making energy analysis more accessible to a broader range of users.

  • Focus on Key Parameters: Energy modelling primarily requires specific building parameters (e.g. dimensions, construction types, materials) rather than precisely detailed architectural/design features. Simplified models can still accurately represent these critical aspects without unnecessary complexities.

  • Scalability: For large property portfolios, managing detailed 3D models for every building can be impractical. Simplified building models enable scalable energy analysis across multiple properties.

Explore the Next Module: Construction

Are you struggling with incomplete construction data for older buildings? Whether you have outdated plans or minimal data, the Construction module automates the process and takes a fabric-first building energy modelling approach. The module considers the building’s envelope (walls, roofs, floors, windows, and doors) as the first stage of reducing energy consumption. You can quickly optimise models and analyse the impact of upgrades to the fabric, in order to realise potential energy savings. Continue your journey with BIM Energy Renovation by exploring the Construction module.

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