5.4. Software Tools

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does BEM stand for?

   Hint

   Remember, it relates to building performance.

2. 2.

   Name one software used in BEM.

   Hint

   Think of the ones we discussed!

3. 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. 4.

   EnergyPlus is an example of what?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what the software does.

5. 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. 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.