Hyperdrive energy-modeling?
Posted on: February 3, 2012
What do you think is the hardest part of starting a model?
I'm sure one of the items is getting a clear picture of the building, which often means looking at drawings, and mechanicals.
Often, it's best to talk about the model with a person that knows the building well or asking them to describe it. In the case where you ask for the building inputs, those unfamiliar with energy modeling often send unnecessary data, but miss key components.
However, if you send them this form, and ask them to fill out and include your email. BOOM! You can receive the basics requirements you need to build a model.
In fact, with this information, you could build a model in about 15 minutes (eQUEST, System Analyzer, TRACE 700 new file wizard).
What are the ideal uses of the building energy model survey?
- Preliminary LEED calculations
- Life Cycle Cost analysis models
- Simple Payback Models
- Comparative Models
- Energy Audits
How does it work?
Send the link for the survey, and ask your client to add your email address.
Upon completion of the survey, you receive an email with the results laid out clearly.
The link is: