Deep Energy Retrofit: A Guide to Achieving Significant Energy Use Reduction with Major Renovation Projects

This book provides detailed information on how to set up Deep Energy Retrofits (DERs) in public buildings, shares insights into the current status of major technologies, strategies, and best practice examples, and emphasizes the importance of a quality assurance process to achieve high levels of energy use reduction and improved indoor climate. It highlights the potential of the building sector to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, and offers a valuable asset for architects, public authorities, project developers, and engineers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 566 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book provides comprehensive guidance on implementing Deep Energy Retrofits (DERs) in public buildings, offering in-depth insights into the current state-of-the-art technologies, strategies, and best practices for cost-effectively combining them. Through case studies from the United States and Europe, it demonstrates that deep energy retrofits can be achieved with a readily available core technology bundle, tailored to the specific market conditions and national standards in each country. The characteristics of these core technologies are influenced by factors such as market availability, national standards, and economic considerations, as determined through a life cycle cost analysis. Additionally, requirements for building envelope-related technologies, such as insulation levels, windows, vapor and water barriers, and airtightness, vary depending on climate conditions.

To optimize energy use reduction and enhance indoor climate and thermal comfort, a deep energy retrofit must incorporate a quality assurance process. This process encompasses various phases, including design, construction, commissioning, and post-occupancy, and emphasizes the importance of clearly defining and documenting the Owners goals, expectations, and requirements for the renovated building throughout the development of the statement of work. Furthermore, a procurement phase is crucial in assessing bidders' qualifications, understanding of the scope of work, and past experience to ensure the successful implementation of the retrofit project.

By embracing these best practices, the building sector can unlock significant energy savings, improve indoor air quality, and reduce carbon emissions, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future.

Weight: 908g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030306816
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020