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A Guide to the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM)

What it Does and How it Works (FB 24)

By Roger Hitchin

Published April 14th 2010 by IHS BRE Press – 32 pages

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Description

This BRE Trust Report describes how the Simplified Building Energy Model works, and explains the processes and assumptions within it. The report has been written specifically for professionals who need to see behind the user interface, without going into mathematical detail.

Contents

Glossary of terms. Executive summary. 1. Background 2. The Thermal Calculation Process: How Does it Work 3. HVAC Systems: How are They Handled? 4. Hot Water Supply 5. Low- and Zero-carbon Technologies 6. Lighting 7. CO2 Emissions 8. Outputs: What Do I Get? 9. Possible Future Developments: What Next? References. Appendices: Overview of Standardised Activities. Note on Uncertainties

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BRE, UK

Name: A Guide to the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM): What it Does and How it Works (FB 24) (Paperback) – IHS BRE Press 
Description: By Roger Hitchin. This BRE Trust Report describes how the Simplified Building Energy Model works, and explains the processes and assumptions within it. The report has been written specifically for professionals who need to see behind the user interface, without going into...
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