Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations
Phase change materials (PCMs) enhance building energy efficiency by improving thermal performance and reducing energy consumption. This presentation examines PCM integration into ceiling systems and its effect on energy dynamics. PCMs stabilize indoor temperatures, reduce peak heating and cooling loads, and improve comfort. The session discusses quantifying PCM benefits in existing buildings and optimizing performance, including potential HVAC system adjustments. Using building simulation tools, architects, engineers, and operators can assess the value of PCM investment for better energy outcomes. Listen to a case study about how an office space reduced cooling costs through these methods.
Attendees will learn how integrating phase change materials (PCMs) improves energy efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances occupant comfort. The session offers practical strategies for optimizing PCM use in existing buildings, including HVAC adjustments. This knowledge, backed by real-world data, will help attendees make informed business decisions for better building performance.
Learning Objectives:
- Acknowledge how phase change materials (PCMs) enhance thermal performance and reduce energy consumption in energy-efficient buildings.
- Learn how the integration of PCMs into ceiling systems will impact building energy dynamics and improve occupant comfort.
- Explore methods for quantifying the benefits of incorporating PCMs in existing buildings and optimizing their performance.
- Identify how building simulation practices and HVAC system modifications can maximize the benefits of PCM integration for improved energy efficiency.
- Examine a case study showing reduced cooling demand through PCM ceilings and building optimization.
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