Energy Consulting for Buildings
Basics, Systems, Usage
by Martin Pfeiffer, Achim Bethe, Dirk Fanslau-Görlitz, Holger Janßen, Gerd Kaellander
The regulations of the German Building Energy Act (GEG), which have been in force since 2021, and the energy situation, which became more stringent in 2022, make the topic of "energy consulting of buildings" a top priority for all those who are concerned with appropriate measures for new and existing buildings.This book serves as a decision-making aid for choosing the appropriate energy modernization and new construction measures for residential and non-residential buildings. In particular, it addresses the following topics: Building-related dimensions of sustainability, building life cycles Fundamentals of heat transfer as a central phenomenon of energy efficiency. Building energy planning with a focus on ultra-low energy buildings: legal requirements, energy technology, automation through digital regulation and control options, and quality management including testing and certification procedures Energy consulting for buildings according to VDI 3922 sheets 1 - 3 and concretely realizable measures for new and existing buildings Building energy management, especially in the context of the Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) as well as according to selected aspects of DIN EN ISO 50001