What is site energy?

You’re probably already familiar with site energy, which is the amount of heat and electricity consumed by a building as reflected in your utility bills. Looking at site energy can help you understand how the energy use for an individual building has changed over time.

How do you design an energy system?

The design of energy systems requires the selection of technologies and the definition of their rated power or capacity in a way that all existing loads can be covered. Simultaneously, the plant’s future dispatch needs to be considered, e.g., to account for volatile solar and wind power generation or fluctuating energy demands and commodity prices.

What is design for energy?

Design for energy... Good design reduces energy use and eliminates dependence on fossil fuels while improving building performance, function, comfort, and enjoyment. Sawmill in Tehachapi, Calif. by Olson Kundig, a COTE Top Ten 2018 winner.

Why is site energy important?

Looking at site energy can help you understand how the energy use for an individual building has changed over time. Site energy may be delivered to a building in one of two forms: primary or secondary energy. Primary energy is the raw fuel that is burned to create heat and electricity, such as natural gas or fuel oil used in onsite generation.

What is a site energy score?

It incorporates all transmission, delivery, and production losses. By taking all energy use into account, the score provides a complete assessment of energy efficiency in a building. You’re probably already familiar with site energy, which is the amount of heat and electricity consumed by a building as reflected in your utility bills.

What topics are covered in energy design?

Focus topics: passive design strategies, energy benchmarking and goal setting, energy modeling. This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered.