Building Energy Simulation Using DesignBuilder : Envelope and Lighting

This book explains the key concepts of energy simulations, build simulation models and use of these models to integrate daylight and energy efficiency in their building designs. It covers the key concepts of energy simulation, construction of the building with respect to geometry and materials used, simulating the features of a building façade to optimize daylight and energy efficiency, followed by energy code compliance and the integration of life-cycle assessment (LCA) into the design process. It also does the following:

• Explains the building physics and related concepts behind energy performance of building without relying on high-level mathematics
• Covers the simulation of dynamic shading techniques and daylighting strategies, offering insights into optimizing building performance
• Explores adaptive controls in naturally ventilated buildings
• Looks into performing LCA and carbon emissions calculation
• Facilitates a systematic learning experience for readers at all levels of expertise

It is aimed at students, researchers in building energy (simulation)/building design courses, energy simulation professionals, architects, and so forth.

Vishal Garg is the University Chair Professor and Director of the Indorama Ventures Center for Clean Energy at Plaksha University. His research interests are in the areas of building energy simulations, smart energy homes, and cool roofs. He was awarded the inaugural Dr. Arthur Rosenfeld Urban Cooling Achievement Award and is a Fellow of the International Building Performance Simulation Association (IBPSA). He holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur, and a Ph.D. from IIT Delhi.

Jyotirmay Mathur is a professor of mechanical engineering and the founding head of the Centre for Energy and Environment at Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India. He has done postgraduate work in energy studies at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India, and has received a doctorate in energy systems from the University of Essen, Germany. Dr. Mathur has published 100 research papers in refereed international journals and has presented more than 160 papers and talks at international seminars and conferences, besides writing five books. Dr. Mathur works in the field of energy modelling, codes and standards, energy conservation in buildings, passive cooling, adaptive thermal comfort and building integrated photovoltaic systems.

Aviruch Bhatia is a senior research scientist at Plaksha University, Mohali, India. Before joining Plaksha, he served as an Assistant Professor at the TERI School of Advanced Studies in New Delhi. He holds a PhD from the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad. His research interests lie at the intersection of building physics, building performance simulation and analysis, and sustainable architecture. Earlier in his career, he worked for three years as an Assistant Manager with the Sustainability Group at Spectral Consultants Pvt. Ltd. (an AECOM company), where he was involved in a range of green building projects.