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5.4. Software Tools
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- 1.
What does BEM stand for?
Hint
Remember, it relates to building performance.
- 2.
Name one software used in BEM.
Hint
Think of the ones we discussed!
- 3.
What does BEM primarily help with?
- Predicting energy demand
- Increasing construction costs
- Lowering building occupancy
Hint
Consider its purpose related to energy use.
- 4.
EnergyPlus is an example of what?
- True
- False
Hint
Think about what the software does.
- 5.
Analyze a scenario where a building's HVAC system is predicted to consume more than 30% of its total energy. Describe how BEM software could help in reducing this percentage.
Hint
Think about energy efficiency strategies discussed.
- 6.
You are tasked to retrofit an old commercial building using BEM software. Describe the steps you would take to model the existing conditions, and propose energy-saving measures.
Hint
Remember how to analyze inputs and outputs in energy modeling.
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