We have introduced a new simulation environment that is the result of merging CitySim, a building energy simulator, and TensorFlow, a powerful machine learning library for deep learning. This new simulation environment has the potential for developing building energy scenarios in which machine learning algorithms, such as deep reinforcement learning,… read more
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IEA-EBC Annex 79: Occupant Centric Design and Operation of Buildings
A new IEA EBC Annex on occupant-centric design and controls has been approved. The Annex will involve about 100 experts from 20 countries for five years and focus on fundamental research issues regarding occupant comfort and behaviour, application to design and operations practice, new technology and tool development, and case… read more
Occupant centered building control
The energy savings of buildings promised by automatic control systems are often ineffective due to occupants who may not use the features of the system to the full potential at best, or deactivate the system at worst. Therefore, systems that adapt to the occupant over time without compromising his/her comfort… read more