New occupancy models save energy and optimize building schedules by 10.9%!
Understanding how buildings use energy is important for saving money and meeting energy regulations. Researchers developed a way to predict energy use based on how many people are in a building. They found that using a special model, they could estimate energy savings accurately with just one day of data. This model also helped keep room temperatures close to the desired levels. This technique can help energy auditors figure out how to save energy in buildings and help building managers make schedules that work well for everyone.