Analysis of the practical implementation of Energy Performance Certificate for Buildings of Academic Institution in South Africa

Sula B.K. Ntsaluba, Nnamdi Nwulu

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Abstract

Benchmarking of energy performance across different building classifications has long been identified as a critical activity in many countries of the world. This activity helps both governments as well as building owners through providing critical information that can often help with energy usage optimization. This paper evaluates the practical implementation of energy performance certificates in buildings located in South Africa. A historical context is provided on the performance of such programs based on implementation in other countries. The introduction of these certificates in a South African context is discussed, with emphasis on the relevant regulations, stakeholders and their roles, benefits for the government and benefits to the building owner. The methodology used and complete process required to obtain an EPC based on SANS 1544:2014 and SANS 10400-XA: 2011 are also presented. A case study of a building in an academic institution is then presented where the presented EPC process is implemented in order to obtain an EPC for the selected building.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInternational Conference on Electrical, Computer, and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2021
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781665442312
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Event2021 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2021 - Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 9 Dec 202110 Dec 2021

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Electrical, Computer, and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2021

Conference

Conference2021 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2021
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town
Period9/12/2110/12/21

Keywords

  • academic institutions
  • building energy performance register
  • energy performance
  • energy performance certificates
  • net area

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Computer Science
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology

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