New model accurately predicts when buildings are occupied, saving energy costs.
The article presents a new way to simulate when people are in a building. They created a model that shows when people are present or absent in different rooms. This model can be used to predict how much energy a building will use based on when people are there. They tested the model in offices and found that it accurately predicts when people come and go, how long they stay, and when they are away for a while. This information can help make buildings more energy-efficient.