SIMULATION OF AN ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDING IN DIFFERENT GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATIONS USING ENERGY PERFORMANCE SOFTWARE

Abstract

Nowadays, energy is becoming the most important aspect of our lives; some countries are suffering from a lack of electricity, and by finding ways to reduce energy consumption, we could have a more energy efficient building, which would have a direct impact not only on individuals but also on the entire country. This thesis compares the impact of adding synthetic and natural thermal insulation materials on cooling and heating load to the exterior walls of two office buildings that are in two different geographic regions. This study illuminates the role of natural and synthetic insulating materials in creating more energy-efficient building. This thesis will provide an overview of the significance of buildings and their energy use in two different scenarios, as well as a discussion of thermal insulation and many materials that might be employed depending on the qualities of each thermal insulation. The simulation program will run along with a demonstration of the research approach. While we will see the typical materials that are used in the building for each site, with the installation of different thermal insulation materials to identify and discuss the results, the study will be finalized by discussing the results and further recommendations for constructing more efficient buildings