Enhancing BIM for more efficient energy performance calculations of buildings

Tomáš Funtík; Ján Erdélyi; Richard Honti

doi:10.51704/cjce.2024.vol10.iss1.pp22-33

Authors

Tomáš Funtík Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Radlinského street 11, 810 05 Bratislava, Slovakia
Ján Erdélyi Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Radlinského street 11, 810 05 Bratislava, Slovakia
Richard Honti Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Radlinského street 11, 810 05 Bratislava, Slovakia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51704/cjce.2024.vol10.iss1.pp22-33

Keywords:

BIM, BEM, Energy performance, Energy efficiency

Abstract

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has the potential to revolutionize energy management by enabling stakeholders to analyze and optimize energy efficiency throughout the entire life cycle of a building—from initial design, through construction, to operation and maintenance (facility management). A BIM model serves as a foundational tool for decision-making processes, encompassing not only geometric data but also non-graphic information about the building's properties, systems, and environment. This rich data set facilitates various simulations and design optimizations, including those related to energy efficiency. For designers, BIM provides a powerful resource that aids in assessing measures by considering the characteristics of construction in relation to the future operation of the building. A significant advancement is the ability to conduct initial evaluations during the early stages of the project cycle, allowing for better-informed decisions and more effective planning right from the outset.

Overall, the integration of BIM into energy management processes underscores its critical role in promoting sustainability and operational efficiency in building projects.

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