Description
2024 BES Session: Modeling, Simulation, and Measurement of a Full-Scale Integrated Energy Efficiency Retrofit Prototype for Single-Family Attached Residences in Cold Climates
Course Overview
This session was originally presented at the 2024 IIBEC/OBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in Toronto, Canada. This course includes the following components:
- recording of the live session
- a summative assessment consisting of 10 questions
- two surveys required to claim continuing education credit
Description
Building energy retrofitting has been acknowledged as a critical path for achieving energy and environmental targets. Prefabricated panelized exterior insulated envelope systems are emerging as a promising technology for retrofit solutions. However, there is a need to quantify panel performance relative to insulating value and airtightness. This case study investigates the use of numerical tools combined with in situ measurements to predict the performance of a full-scale integrated energy efficiency retrofit assembly installed at Syracuse University’s BEST facility. The study investigates the impact of air leakage on hygrothermal performance under varying pressure differentials, examining both infiltration and exfiltration using CHAMPS-BES. The effective R-value was measured for the retrofitted panel, including leakage and joint effects, and data was validated via field measurements. In the cold climate of Syracuse, NY, the retrofitting approach demonstrates a total 80.3% reduction in total thermal energy use intensity (EUI), including 8.3% reduction from the envelope retrofitting and 72% reduction from the mechanical pod. If fully adopted to multiple residential building types across the US, the approach could lead to significant CO2 emissions reduction associated with the potential energy savings of 531.05TWh/year.
Speaker(s)/Author(s)
Shayan Mirzabeigi, LEED Green Associate
PhD Student/Research Assistant
Syracuse University
Sameeraa Soltanian-Zadeh
PhD Student/Research Assistant
Syracuse University
Non-Presenting Authors
Bess Krietemeyer, PhD
Associate Professor, Syracuse University
Rui Zhang, PhD
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jianshun “Jensen” Zhang, PhD
Professor and Executive Director
Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems, Syracuse University
Course Access
Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase.
Credit Start Date 8/12/24 Credit Expiration Date 8/12/27
Knowledge Level: Advanced
IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls
Continuing Education Credit Statement
This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH
This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU/Elective
AIA Course Number: BES24_10_OD
AIA Provider Number: G024
Continuing Education Credit Claim Information
To claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to:
- Complete the summative assessment
- Complete the course Evaluation & Attestation Survey
After completing the Evaluation & Attestation Survey, learners will be able to download a Certificate of Completion. Learners are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org
To claim AIA LU, learners are required to complete the above requirements, as well as:
- Complete the AIA Survey (AIA member number is required)
AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members.
AIA CES Provider statement
IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Objectives
At the end of this session, the attendee will be able to:
- Identify and explain the key components of energy-efficient retrofitting technologies for residential buildings, with a focus on prefabricated panelized exterior insulated envelope systems.
- Discuss the use of numerical tools for analyzing the hygrothermal performance of envelope retrofit assemblies by analyzing data from numerical simulations and field measurements, demonstrating competency in interpreting and applying results to real-world scenarios.
- Assess the effectiveness of energy efficiency retrofitting measures in reducing energy use intensity, applying knowledge of relevant metrics and calculation methods to quantify potential energy savings accurately.
- Develop actionable strategies for promoting the adoption of energy-efficient retrofitting technologies in residential buildings, incorporating principles of sustainability to reduce environmental impact and foster long-term energy conservation efforts.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate On Demand_AIA Elective and CEH
Learning Credits
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