In Ireland, demand from residential buildings accounts for 34% of total electrical energy consumption. A national residential energy efficiency plan has been proposed, introducing increased penetration of renewable energy sources and new energy efficiency regulations. In parallel, the evolution of smart grid initiatives promoting penetration of electric vehicles and electrification of residential thermal loads are about to alter the electricity demand patterns in the residential sector.
Building performance simulation tools allow a very detailed and analytical assessment of the impact, the aforementioned changes can have on house owners, utilities and grid operators and the environment. In addition, building simulation could lay the groundwork for the development of smart energy control systems for residential buildings under such a dynamic grid environment, allowing both the optimisation of building energy systems operation and the implementation of appropriate demand response schemes.
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| Google SketchUp House 3D Model |
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