University of Tasmania, Australia

Thermal Performance of Buildings

Buildings are a significant contributor to energy consumption, both in materials and construction and in ongoing operation. The use of timber in building construction can significantly reduce the embedded energy in the structure and act as a carbon store. The energy efficiency of these buildings must be optimised in order to reduce the energy costs over the building life.

This project will utilise computational fluid dynamics modelling and measurements in test buildings to gain an understanding of the infiltration and ventilation air flows in buildings constructed according to industry standards.

The results of this research will be compared with the standard software Accurate used for the classification of energy rating of buildings. The outcomes will be used to enhance the modelling implemented by Accurate in order to increase the modelling outcomes.