Description
Development of experimental models of two smart buildings differentiated by type of destination (single family, multi family or public destination (e.g. hostel). The project intends to develop ways to integrate the control of all building sub-systems so as to optimize the internal usage of the renewable energy and the electricity demand profiles. The building’s renewable energy system, its HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system, its appliances and lighting need to be operated in an optimal manner in order to reduce energy consumption, to achieve substantial peak electricity demand reduction, reduce operating cost and store energy for later usage. By implementing the pilot buildings, ICPE will gain precious experience in designing and improving the energy concept of different types of buildings, in subtropical climate with considerable maritime influence climate conditions (Dobrogea Area). The benefits delivered to the end user, by the project implementation, will consist of detailed simulations of building improvements designed to reduce energy consumption, technology assessments and renewable energy building integration.
Summary of project results
Icpe's intention was to develop and build two experimental buildings for integrating concepts pertaining to environmentally friendly design of buildings (and ecological building materials), technologies for renewable energy (solar, wind and heat pumps), energy efficiency of home appliances and energy management system (energy balance/passive house). The two buildings were planned to be used as demonstration buildings and to be rented out for meetings etc. The initial project objective was to develop two experimental models of smart buildings - one single family unit (50 m2) and one multi-family unit (200 m2). Actual achievements in the project: - The external architect deliveries: Architecture solutions (three proposals for house design/draft drawings) and the execution details; Project management and external consultancy deliveries: - Procurement documentation (ToR and technical specifications) – the tender was posted on the website of the Ministry of European Funds in Romania. In addition, the project has "delivered”: - Project management - Audit services (external).
Summary of bilateral results