Research and Development

Energy Modeling

Surge engineering is developing an energy-modeling dashboard which will showcase computerized simulation of a building or complex that focuses on energy consumption, utility bills and life cycle costs of a whole building as well as various energy related items such as air conditioning, lights and hot water. It will also be used to evaluate the payback of green energy solutions (such as biogas plants, solar panels and photovoltaics), and highly efficient appliances. The model will be able to provide energy demand and predictions and insights that will help engineers, developers, and owners to make better business decisions today while recognizing tomorrow’s risks as well as greatest opportunities.
Energy-modeling is used to

  •       Predict the monthly energy consumption and bills
  •       Predict the annual energy cost
  •       Compare and contrast different efficiency options
  •       Determine life cycle payback on various options
  •       Annual CO2 emissions

 
Who benefits from Energy-modeling?

  •       Engineers (Making life easier with data driven analysis)
  •       Building Owners (Able to decide on cost effective energy solutions and upfront costs)
  •       Building Tenants (lowered monthly bills)
  •       Manufacturers (Able to quantify money saving prospects from energy efficient products)
  •       The Environment (energy efficient choices help reducing carbon emissions)and overall, a safe, high performing building.