Assess energy performance differences of existing multi-residential buildings and develop sustainable retrofitting scenarios

This project analyzes the energy consumption of multi-residential buildings to determine the causes of discrepancies in energy bills of buildings with similar typologies and ages. For this purpose, different indicators such as technical and physical factors (HVAC systems efficiency, building envelope U-Values, and window-to-wall ratio), human-influenced factors (occupant behavior), and social factors (occupant’s energy-saving efforts, income, and educational background) will be assessed. Furthermore, the project will suggest optimized retrofitting actions using building modeling tools and sensitivity analysis.
Besides, as the needs related to GHG emission analysis regarding various urban objects grow significantly, a comprehensive lifecycle carbon assessment to investigate the environmental impacts will be implemented.
Based on the provided results, the partner organization will be able to first determine the leading causes of different energy consumptions in their existing buildings and then realize the best retrofitting measures they can take to reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions in their properties.

Faculty Supervisor:

Ursula Eicker

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Partner:

MONDEV

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Real estate and rental and leasing

University:

Concordia University

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