Energy is a significant portion of building life cycle costs, and with rising energy costs, energy efficiency is more important than ever. We can prepare an Energy Model of your project using REM/Design Energy Modeling software. This Energy Modeling software is the companion program to the rating software that HERS raters use to evaluate building performance for Energy Star buildings.
The energy model analyzes the building insulation envelope, the HVAC capacity, the electrical loads and water heating, and provides results in total annual costs for heating, cooling, plug loads, etc. The program considers building orientation, thermostat settings and current energy rates, in order to produce as accurate a report as possible.
This energy analysis also includes the ability to interactively analyze the reduction in HVAC capacity as it relates to both the upgraded insulation and the significantly reduced heat emitted from energy efficient lighting systems. By analyzing and employing building insulation techniques alone, you will typically save 30% to 50% or more in heating & cooling costs. Another advantage of a design informed by an accurate energy model is that it will easily obtain Energy Star certification.
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