
Building energy modelling, simulation, and advisory services
Forecast energy usage and adopt energy efficient building practices that minimise your energy footprint and create sustainable, cost-effective structures.What are building energy modelling, simulation, and advisory services?
Building energy modelling, simulation, and advisory services focus on optimising building performance and energy use through advanced technology. Computer-generated building energy simulation helps predict energy consumption in buildings under various configurations and conditions. This is essential for designing, retrofitting, and maintaining energy efficient buildings.
Why building energy modelling is important
Globally, buildings account for 40 % of total energy usage and up to 38 % of CO2 emissions. In comparison, green buildings use 30 % less energy. Energy efficient building practices are critical to stay competitive within the construction sector.
Building energy modelling, simulation, and advisory services offer developers the necessary tools and methods to implement sustainable building design. Renewable energy integration during the planning stages will lower your building’s energy consumption and reduce future operating costs. Research shows that every US$1 invested in energy efficiency results in savings of over US$2 in energy supply costs.
How TÜV SÜD can help you with building energy modelling
Given the frequent updates to international and national green building practices, standards, and regulations, partnering with the right advisor is crucial. We have delivered safe, sustainable, and innovative building practices by leveraging sophisticated software and scientific methods to generate energy models and simulations.
Our advisors impartially assess all structural and technical elements. This includes wall and roof construction, window performance, electricity usage, occupant numbers, ventilation needs, air and water distribution systems, and cooling and heat equipment. We combine this information with relevant historical data. Then, we run it through our building energy simulation software to estimate your building's performance with high accuracy.
You will receive practical and cost-effective recommendations backed by 160 years of experience in energy efficient buildings. With our guidance, you can analyse and quantify different design concepts and low-carbon technologies to make informed decisions regarding your building. This will enable you to implement sustainable building design practices and have a better understanding of your future energy consumption.
What our building energy modelling, simulation, and advisory services include
Our team of electrical, construction, and plant engineering experts will help ensure your building's success. They offer guidance from preliminary assessments to post-implementation support:
Building energy modelling and simulation services
- Creating custom building energy simulations that predict accurate energy requirements based on each project’s unique characteristics.
- Generating and analysing multiple energy usage scenarios by utilising building energy simulation software to find the most energy efficient building option.
- Analysing structural properties and construction materials to design building facades that offer optimal comfort.
Energy advisory services
- Providing access to a highly skilled team of specialists in building energy modelling.
- Supporting construction companies with innovative sustainable building design and renewable energy integration.
- Demonstrating long-term economic benefits and finding budget-friendly ways to incorporate energy conservation.
Compliance and certification services
- Providing strategic advice to meet constantly changing energy regulations
- Helping secure certifications to enhance your building’s market value and appeal.