Energy Modeling Deciphered for Architects – Virtual Workshop
October 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
In this three-part workshop, sustainability experts will focus on the basics of what architects need to know to integrate successful energy modeling into their practices. Various types of modeling systems will be discussed as well as how to decipher the layers of data needed to successfully complete a sustainable project.
Virtual Workshop Dates:
October 9 (Great Design – Climate, Daylighting and Comfort)
October 23 (Energy Modeling Basics)
November 21 (Optimizing Energy Models)
Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Location: Zoom webinar
Cost: FREE
Up to 3 AIA LU
Session 2:
October 23: Energy Modeling Basics
Session Two will demonstrate the basics of energy modeling. Panelists will describe what metrics should be considered. They will explore environmental loading, peak studies, net annual loading, net benefits, how to access climate data, as well as other basic metrics. Participants will workshop simple massing studies. Panel members will demonstrate energy modeling using a portfolio of industry standard software tools.
After this session participants will be able to:
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- Evaluate useful metrics and studies that may be applied to a specific project type.
- Describe basic environmental loads that should be investigated in project planning.
- Appraise which energy modeling programs will be applicable to their projects.
- Discuss how massing studies will help model the basics of environmental loading.