BC Hydro Power Smart - New Construction Program
Sample Energy Study Proposal
Modeling Study Proposal for ABC High School
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to consultants participating in the
BC Hydro New Construction Program in how to prepare a modeling study proposal for the Whole
Building Design option. This proposal is to be brief, but provides important
information to BC Hydro that will determine our willingness to provide energy study
funding for the project.
Background
Use this section to provide an overview of the building, as well as any other pertinent
information. Also indicate if building will be targeting any LEED level.
School District #1 has determined the need for the new ABC High School in Vancouver,
which will be constructed to replace the existing high school. The existing high school
was originally built in 1945, with the most recent addition being constructed in 1977.
School District #1 will own the school, and has an active interest in energy conservation
issues. The project will be targeting the LEED silver level.
Building Information
Use this section to provide information on the baseline and proposed building. The baseline building is
the building and systems that would have been designed if no energy study had been conducted. It
represents a good design practice. This section is split into three major components: building envelope,
mechanical systems, and electrical systems. The baseline and proposed building description format
shown below is just an option. Consultants can arrange required information as per their personal
preferences. However, the preferred BC Hydro format would be tabular, side by side format, showing
baseline and proposed building information in one table.
The proposed building is a 124,000 ft2, 2-storey high school to be built at 123 Elm Street, Vancouver.
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Table 1: Building Description
Model Parameter Baseline Building Proposed Building
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Net Floor Area 124,000 ft
Envelope Performance
As per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 building envelope
Overall Roof R-value ECM #1: Increased roof insulation by 1” (R-7)
prescriptive requirements
ECM #3: Wall insulation net reduction
As per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 building envelope
Overall Wall R-value of R-2.6
prescriptive requirements
ECM #4: Wall insulation net increase of R-7
As per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 building envelope
prescriptive requirements
Windows percentage (window / wall ratio): ECM #5: Same as baseline with reduced U
North 11.2 % value (low-e windows) by 28%
Glazing Properties
East 10.9 % Windows percentage (window / wall ratio):
South 9.2 % Same as baseline
West 8.3 %
Total 10 %
Shading No Shading
Internal Loads
ECM #6: Reduced interior LPD by 25%
The requirements for design of lighting system
ECM #7 Reduced LPD for exterior lighting
outlined in Section 9 of
Lighting Power Density system by 10%
ANSI/IESNA/ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007
based on the space-by-space method Exterior lighting connected load: Same as
baseline
ECM #8: Occupancy controls in classrooms
Lighting Controls Code Minimum and offices
ECM #9: Occupancy controls in gym
Plug Loads Overall building plug load density: 0.35 W/ft2
Operating Conditions
Occupancy schedules Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekend: Unoccupied
Indoor Design Heating setpoint / setback: 70 ºF / 56°F
Temperatures Cooling setpoint / setback: 76 ºF / 99°F
Indoor Humidity Levels No Control
Mechanical Systems
Heating/Cooling/Ventilation
4-pipe fan coil system with gas-fired make-up air units
System
DHW System Dedicated Natural Gas Unit with 80% Efficiency
Central Plant
Cooling System Air Cooled Chiller ECM #10: High Efficiency Air Cooled Chiller
As per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Efficiency
Cooling efficiency ECM #10: COP = 4
prescriptive requirements
Heating System Gas Fired Boilers with Modulating Burners ECM #11: Condensing Boilers
As per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Efficiency
Heating efficiency ECM #11: 95%
prescriptive requirements
ECM # 12 – Variable Frequency Drives on the
Pumps Single speed
Heating Water Pumps
Lighting System
Use this section to provide an overview of proposed lighting technology.
The proposed lighting systems will be: mainly using fluorescent technology for interior
and HID technology for exterior, as well as appropriate automated controls.
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Mechanical System
Use this section to provide an overview of proposed mechanical systems.
There are several mechanical systems being considered. A ground source heat pump
system will be studied, as well as a fan coil system with central heating and cooling plant.
Natural gas is available on site, and will be used for heating and service water, unless it
can be shown that heat pumps are more cost effective.
Energy Conservation Measures to be Studied
Use this section to indicate the energy conservation measures that will be studied. The
energy study is expected to be holistic, so items beyond strictly electrical components
may be considered. Note that when the completed study is submitted, an analysis of each
of the listed items will be required. BC Hydro reserves the right to edit your proposed list,
both to delete items which have been repeatedly shown to be not cost effective, as well as
to request the addition of items which have been shown to be successful.
The following is a overview of energy conservation measures which will be studied as
part of the energy study:
Building Envelope
• optimum roof and wall insulation levels
• glazing characteristics
Lighting System
• efficient lighting design and luminaires
• automated controls in student and staff areas
• high-bay fluorescent system and automated controls for gym
Mechanical System
• type of mechanical system (GSHP or fan coil)
• if GSHP:
• variable speed pumps
• gas vs. hydronic heating coils in AHUs
• heat pump SEER / COP
• if fan coil:
• boiler efficiency
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Study Methodology
Use this section to outline the tools and approach to your energy analysis.
Mechanical
The schematic energy modelling will be completed using the eQuest modeling software. This software
calculates building energy consumption on an hourly basis.
Climate data for BC Climate Region A (Greater Vancouver) will be used for this analysis. This data
describes a typical meteorological year with hourly weather parameters.
Baseline Building
The first step in this analysis will be to create an energy model to represent the typical “market
building” convention venue: the building and systems that would be designed if no energy optimisation
study had been conducted. Baseline building modeling inputs shown in Table 1 will be used to
determine building loads and energy consumption
Energy Conservation Measures
After the baseline analysis, a series of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) will be examined to
determine the impact of each measure independently. The annual energy and cost savings will be
determined for each measure. The capital and maintenance cost premiums or savings will be identified
and a life cycle cost analysis performed for each ECM.
Finally, a bundle of measures will be selected and analysed collectively to determine the energy
performance of the proposed design, taking into account the interactions between the individual
measures.
Lighting
The first phase will be a preliminary assessment of lighting systems. The study will
explore more lighting design alternatives for significant areas. Besides lighting quality
parameters (illuminance levels, luminance ratios, uniformity, etc) an economical analysis
will also be performed (load and energy consumption, LPD values, life cycle costs, etc).
Point-by point calculations and graphic outputs will be provided for the lighting analysis.
Daylighting is not being considered for this facility.
In the second phase of the study, a thermal simulation model will be assembled using e-Quest
software incorporating the results of the lighting analysis.
Cost Estimate
Costs will be provided in the preliminary study by the QS. Where possible, these costs
will be augmented by including the alternatives (baseline and energy conservation
measure) in the project documentation, and reporting the resulting tendered price.
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Study Cost
Use this section to outline the cost of the study. Please indicate the work item,
the number of hours, and hourly rate..
Task Performed by Hours Hourly Rate Task Total
Meetings and Coordination P. Nichols 6 $ 90 $ 540
Create model geometry P. Nichols 20 $ 90 $ 1,800
Create thermal model N. Jones 24 $ 95 $ 2,280
Conduct analysis N. Jones 18 $ 95 $ 1,710
Produce energy study report N. Jones 12 $ 95 $ 1,140
Total Modeling Cost $ 7,470
Lighting Study Cost J. Smith $ 4,250
Cost Consultant F. McTavish $ 2,000
Total for Energy Study $ 13,720
Attachments:
Please attach the most recent of , either schematic design, or design development reports
and drawings, and other information that could be helpful to the understanding of the
project and study proposal.
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The items required to be included in a NC WBD study proposal for the lighting part
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to consultants participating in the BC Hydro New
Construction Program in how to prepare a modeling study proposal for the Whole Building Design
option. This proposal is to be brief, but provides important information to BC Hydro that will
determine our willingness to provide energy study funding for the project.
Background
Use this section to provide an overview of the building, as well as any other pertinent information. Also
indicate if building will be targeting any LEED level. Identify the timeframe for design and
construction work for the project.
School District #1 has determined the need for the new ABC High School in Vancouver, which will be
constructed to replace the existing high school. The existing high school was originally built in 1945,
with the most recent addition being constructed in 1977.
School District #1 will own the school, and has an active interest in energy conservation issues. The
project will be targeting the LEED silver level. The project currently is in a Schematic Design stage;
the design is to be finalized in Nov, 2010. SD#1’s plan is to start construction in early 2011. Forecasted
occupancy date is in July, 2012.
Building Information
Use this section to provide information on the baseline and proposed building. The baseline building
is the building and systems that would have been designed if no energy study had been conducted. It
represents a good design practice. This section is split into three major components: building
envelope, mechanical systems, and electrical systems. The baseline and proposed building description
format shown below is just an option. Consultants can arrange required information as per their
personal preferences. However, the preferred BC Hydro format would be tabular, side by side format,
showing baseline and proposed building information in one table. If already known at the time,
indicate (in percentage of the total area) the approximate breakdown between various space types.
The proposed building is a 124,000 ft2 (60% - classrooms, auditoriums, and offices; 30% - hallways
and service areas; 10% - gymnasium area), 2-storey high school to be built on 3-acre lot at 123 Elm
Street, Vancouver.
Table 1: Building Description
Model Parameter Baseline Building Proposed Building
Net Floor Area 124,000 ft2
Internal Loads
Provide the short description of ECMs –
please estimate how far beyond the baseline
Provide the baseline description
(in %) in LPD reduction the proposed design
targets are
The requirements for design of lighting system ECM #6: Reduced interior LPD by 25%
Lighting Power Density outlined in Section 9 of
ANSI/IESNA/ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 ECM #7 Reduced LPD for exterior lighting
based on the space-by-space method system by 10%
Provide the short description of ECMs –
Provide the baseline description please indicate what controls features (not
mandatory in the baseline case) you’re going
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to implement
ECM #8: Occupancy controls in classrooms,
The requirements for design of lighting system offices, gymnasium, and service rooms
Lighting Controls outlined in Section 9 of ECM #9: Advanced level of lighting controls
ANSI/IESNA/ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 (timers and photocells) for exterior lighting
system
Plug Loads Overall building plug load density: 0.35 W/ft2
Lighting System
Use this section to provide an overview of proposed lighting and lighting controls systems. Show, how
the proposed design will achieve the targets indicated in ECMs.
The proposed interior lighting systems will be mainly using linear fluorescent luminaires with high-
efficient (HEF) electronic ballasts and reduced wattage fluorescent lamps. In addition, downlights with
CFLs and low-wattage halogen lamps will be used to enhance the architectural appearance of some
areas. Occupancy sensors will be used in certain areas (offices, classrooms, gymnasium, and service
rooms) to reduce hours of operation and energy consumption.
Low-wattage metal halide pole-mounted luminaires for site lighting and downlights and building-
mounted luminaires with CFLs will be used to form the exterior lighting system. All those are for dusk-
to-dawn operation and will be controlled by astronomical time clock and photosensor.
Energy Conservation Measures to be studied
Use this section to indicate the energy conservation measures that will be studied. The energy study is
expected to be holistic, so items beyond strictly electrical components may be considered. Note that
when the completed study is submitted, an analysis of each of the listed items will be required. BC
Hydro reserves the right to edit our proposed list, both to delete items which have been repeatedly
shown to be not cost effective, as well as to request the addition of items which have been shown to be
successful.
The following is an overview of energy conservation measures to be studied:
Lighting ECMs
LPD reduction using energy-efficient lighting equipment and advanced lighting design for
interior lighting system
LPD reduction using energy-efficient lighting equipment and advanced lighting design for
exterior lighting system
Advanced level of automated lighting controls for appropriate interior areas
Advanced level of automated lighting controls for the exterior lighting system
Study Methodology
Use this section to outline the tools and approach to your energy analysis.
Lighting
Describe the major actions your study work will include. Indicate what software you’re planning to use
for lighting analysis. Please, make sure you clearly identify the steps for analysis of energy efficiency
of the lighting systems in consideration. Note: submission of completed BC Hydro New Construction
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Lighting Calculator (NC LC) along with a soft copy of the lighting drawings at the final study report
stage is a mandatory requirement.
The first step will be a preliminary assessment of performance of various lighting systems appropriate
for this educational facility. The study will explore the energy efficiency of lighting design alternatives
for significant areas in depth. Besides the lighting parameters (illuminance levels, luminance ratios,
uniformity, load and energy consumption, LPD values) an economical analysis will also be performed
(life cycle costs, simple payback for each ECM). To make sure the proposed energy-efficient lighting
system meets the industry standards, IES recommended practice, and customer requirements in terms
of lighting quality, point-by-point illuminance calculations and visual graphic simulations for
significant areas will be performed for the lighting analysis using AGi32 simulation software. The
lighting control system will be designed based on best current industry practice, codes requirements,
and IESNA recommendations. The energy savings should have resulted from the implementation of
ECMs will be estimated using the current version of BC Hydro New Construction Lighting Calculator
and provided to the modellers for incorporation into Building Integration Model. Daylighting ECM
will not be considered for this facility.
At the time when lighting design is finalized, the NC Lighting calculator will be verified and submitted
along with lighting drawings and specification sheets as an appendix to the final study report.
Cost of Study
Use this section to outline the cost of the study. Please indicate the work item, performer, number of
hours, and hourly rate.
Task Performed by Hours Hourly Rate Task Total
Lighting study ABC Lighting
Project start-up meetings and
coordination, BC Hydro site P. Nichols 8 $95 $760
inspection
Lighting analysis P. Nichols 20 $95 $1,900
NC LC completion, supporting
N. Pichols 12 $85 $1,020
documentation
Coordination with mechanical,
P. Nichols 2 $95 $190
modelling, architectural
Report preparation P. Nichols 4 $95 $380
Total for Lighting $4,250
Attachments:
Please attach a brief description of the performers’ experience outlining their education, credentials,
previous involvement in energy-efficient lighting design and in Power Smart projects particularly.
Please attach the most recent of either schematic design or design development reports and drawings,
and other information that will be helpful to the understanding of the project and study proposal.