An object-oriented energy benchmark for the evaluation of the office building stock. (April 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Li, Xinyi; Yao, Runming; Li, Qin; Ding, Yong; Li, Baizhan
• Is Part Of: Utilities policy. Volume 51(2018)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 11
• Publication Date: 2018-04
• Subjects: Energy consumption -- Energy conservation -- Building energy benchmark -- Office building -- Quota -- Carbon emissions; Public utilities -- United States -- Periodicals; Public utilities -- Government policy -- United States -- Periodicals; 363.6
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jup.2018.01.008
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0957-1787

Abstract

Abstract: Energy benchmarking is useful for understanding and enhancing building performance. The aim of this research is to develop an object-oriented energy benchmarking method for the evaluation of energy performance in buildings. Statistical analysis of the four-year monitored energy consumption data for office buildings was conducted. The results show that the energy use intensity follows the lognormal distribution with the Shapiro–Wilk normality test. Based on the lognormal distribution, the energy rating system for office buildings has been established. An object-oriented energy use intensity quota determination model has been developed. This research provides practical tools that enable decision-makers to evaluate a building's energy performance and determine the energy benchmark. Graphical abstract: Highlights: Four-year continuously monitored data of energy consumption of office buildings. Distribution of energy use intensity (EUI) of office buildings. A model for determining the quota of EUI based on the energy conservation target. Provision of practical tool for policy-makers on determination of energy quota.