@article {2582, title = {Calibrating whole building energy models: An evidence-based methodology}, journal = {Energy and Buildings}, volume = {43}, year = {2011}, month = {09/2011}, pages = {2356-2364}, chapter = {2356}, abstract = {

This paper reviews existing case studies and methods for calibrating whole building energy models to measured data. This research describes a systematic, evidence-based methodology for the calibration of these models. Under this methodology, parameter values in the final calibrated model reference the source of information used to make changes to the initial model. Thus, the final model is based solely on evidence. Version control software stores a complete record of the calibration process, and the evidence on which the final model is based. Future users can review the changes made throughout the calibration process along with the supporting evidence. In addition to the evidence-based methodology, this paper also describes a new zoning process that represents the real building more closely than the typical core and four perimeter zone approach. Though the methodology is intended to apply to detailed calibration studies with high resolution measured data, the primary aspects of the methodology (evidence-based approach, version control, and zone-typing) are independent of the available measured data.

}, keywords = {calibration, Methodology, retrofit, simulation, Version control, Whole building energy model}, doi = {10.1016/j.enbuild.2011.05.020}, author = {Paul Raferty and Marcus Keane and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell} } @article {2583, title = {Multi-Criteria Optimisation using Past, Real Time and Predictive Performance Benchmarks}, journal = {Simulation Modelling Practice and Theory}, volume = {19}, year = {2011}, month = {04/2011}, pages = {1258-1265}, chapter = {1258}, author = {Torrens, J. Ignacio and Marcus Keane and Andrea Costa and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell} } @conference {2632, title = {Systematic Development of an Operational BIM Utilising Simulation and Performance Data in Building Operation}, booktitle = {IBPSA Building Simulation 2011}, year = {2011}, month = {11/2011}, address = {Sydney, Australia}, author = {Edward Corry and Marcus Keane and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Andrea Costa} } @article {2841, title = {BuildWise Final Report}, year = {2010}, type = {Technical Report}, author = {Marcus Keane and Andrea Costa and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Karsten Menzel and Dirk, Alan} } @conference {2636, title = {Energy Monitoring Systems value, issues and recommendations based on five case studies}, booktitle = {Clima 2010 conference}, year = {2010}, address = {Antalya, Turkey}, author = {Paul Raferty and Marcus Keane and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Andrea Costa} } @conference {2629, title = {Key Factors - Methodology for Enhancement and Support of Building Energy Performance}, booktitle = {Building Simulation 2009}, year = {2009}, address = {Glasgow, Scotland}, abstract = {

This paper presents the Key Factors methodology that supports energy managers in determining the optimal building operation strategy in relation to both energy consumption and thermal comfort. The methodology is supported by the utilisation of calibrated building energy simulation models that match measured data gathered by an extensive measurement framework. The paper outlines the proposed methodology defining the underpinning concepts and illustrating the performance metrics required to capture the effect of different building operation strategies. A brief case study is discussed to demonstrate the application of the methodology.

}, url = {http://zuse.ucc.ie/iruse/papersNew/AndreaGlasgow.pdf}, author = {Andrea Costa and Marcus Keane and Paul Raferty and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell} } @conference {3383, title = {Multi-criteria optimisation using past, historical, real time and predictive performance benchmarks}, booktitle = {SEEP 2009: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Energy \& Environmental Protection}, year = {2009}, author = {Torrens, J. Ignacio and Marcus Keane and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Andrea Costa} } @conference {2638, title = {Pervasive Knowledge-Based Networking for Maintenance Inspection in Smart Buildings}, booktitle = {MUCS 2009: 6th IEEE International Workshop on Managing Ubiquitous Communications and Services}, year = {2009}, address = {Barcelona, Spain}, author = {Paul Mara and Declan O{\textquoteright}Sullivan and Rob Brennan and Marcus Keane and Kris McGlinn and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell} } @conference {2640, title = {Integrating the Specification, Acquisition and Processing of Building Performance Information}, booktitle = {12th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering}, year = {2008}, month = {10/2008}, address = {Beijing, China}, author = {Martin Keller and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Karsten Menzel and Marcus Keane and Ufuk G{\"o}k{\c c}e} } @conference {2649, title = {Specification of an Information Delivery Tool to Support Optimal Holistic Environmental and Energy Management in Buildings}, booktitle = {SimBuild 2008}, year = {2008}, month = {07/2008}, address = {Berkeley, CA, USA}, author = {James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @conference {2639, title = {Utilisation of Whole Building Energy Simulation Output to Provide Optimum Decision Support for Building Managers}, booktitle = {SimBuild 2008}, year = {2008}, address = {Berkeley, CA}, author = {James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @article {2584, title = {Using Indicators to Profile Energy Consumption and Inform Energy Policy in a University - A Case Study in Ireland}, journal = {Energy and Buildings}, volume = {39}, year = {2007}, month = {08/2007}, pages = {913-922}, chapter = {913}, abstract = {

The services sector has the least amount of energy end use data available, which poses significant challenges to companies within the sector attempting to benchmark their energy performance and inform energy management decisions. This paper explores through a case study analysis the use of simple performance indicators and how additional data and new metrics can greatly enhance the understanding of energy trends and in particular the assessment of building energy performance. The country chosen for the analysis is Ireland, where the services sector has experienced high energy demand growth since 1990 (4.1\% annually) compared with the EU-15 (1.5\% annually). Despite this growth, the available energy data is poor, in particular for the public service sub-sectors. The case study chosen is an institution within the education sub-sector, University College Cork. The paper presents some simple energy performance indicators that have been used to date to inform energy policy. The paper then introduces new approaches and tools for assessing energy performance in buildings and how these may be utilised to improve the energy policy decision making and energy management. It discusses how these approaches are been implemented for buildings with separate functions, presents some initial results and discusses future planned work.

}, keywords = {building energy performance, Energy in services sector, energy policy, University}, doi = {10.1016/j.enbuild.2006.11.005}, author = {Brian {\'O} Gallach{\'o}ir and Marcus Keane and Elmer Morrissey and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell} } @conference {2816, title = {Building Effectiveness Communication Ratios for Improved Building Life Cycle Management}, booktitle = {IBPSA Building Simulation Conference 2005}, year = {2005}, month = {08/2005}, address = {Montr{\'e}al, Canada}, abstract = {

Many existing building energy performance assessment frameworks, quantifying and categorising buildings post occupancy, offer limited feedback on design decisions. An environment providing decision makers with pertinent information to assess the consequences of each design decision in a timely, cost effective and practical manner is required to promote viable low-energy solutions from the outset. This paper outlines a performance-based strategy utilising building effectiveness communication ratios stored in Building Information Models (BIM). Decision makers will be capable of rating the building{\textquoteright}s energy performance throughout its natural life cycle without imposing adverse penalties on facilities located in dissimilar climatic zones subjected to stringent building codes and regulations. With this advancement in building energy assessment in place, a progressive improvement in energy efficiency for the building stock is a feasible and realistic target.

}, author = {Elmer Morrissey and Marcus Keane and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and John F. McCarthy} } @conference {2642, title = {Reducing Building Operational Cost Through Environmental Effectiveness Ratios}, booktitle = {Building Simulation 2005 IBPSA International Conference}, year = {2005}, month = {08/2005}, address = {Montreal, Canada}, author = {James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Elmer Morrissey and Marcus Keane and Brian {\'O} Gallach{\'o}ir} } @proceedings {2815, title = {Specifiction of an IFC-Based Intelligent Graphical User Interface to Support Building Energy Simulation}, journal = {IBPSA Building Simulation 2005}, year = {2005}, month = {08/2005}, address = {Montreal, Canada}, author = {Barry O{\textquoteright}Sullivan and Marcus Keane} } @conference {2644, title = {BuildingPI: A Future Tool for Building Life Cycle Analysis}, booktitle = {SimBuild 2004 1st International Conference of IBPSA-USA}, year = {2004}, month = {08/2004}, address = {Boulder, Colorado, USA}, author = {James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Elmer Morrissey and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @proceedings {3402, title = {Specification and Implementation of IFC Based Performance Metrics to Support Building Life Cycle Assessment of Hybrid Energy Systems}, journal = {SimBuild 2004, Building Sustainability and Performance Through Simulation}, year = {2004}, month = {08/2004}, address = {Boulder, Colorado, USA}, author = {Elmer Morrissey and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @conference {1835, title = {Specification and Implementation of IFC Based Performance Metrics to Support Building Life Cycle Assessment of Hybrid Energy Systems}, booktitle = {SimBuild 2004: Building Sustainability and Performance Through Simulation}, year = {2004}, month = {08/2004}, address = {Boulder, CO}, author = {Elmer Morrissey and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @proceedings {3400, title = {Specification and Implementation of IFC-Based Performance Metrics to Support Building Life Cycle Assessment of Hybrid Energy Systems}, journal = {SimBuild 2004, Building Sustainability and Performance Through Simulation}, year = {2004}, month = {08/2004}, address = {Boulder, Colorado, USA}, author = {Elmer Morrissey and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} } @conference {2645, title = {Specification of IFC Based Performance Metrics to Support Building Life Cycle Analysis of Hybrid Energy Systems}, booktitle = {SimBuild 2004 1st International Conference of IBPSA-USA}, year = {2004}, month = {08/2004}, address = {Boulder, Colorado, USA}, author = {Elmer Morrissey and James O{\textquoteright}Donnell and Marcus Keane and Vladimir Bazjanac} }