Energy Intensity Reduction in Large-Scale Non-Residential Buildings by Dynamic Control of HVAC with Heat Pumps

One of the main elements for increasing energy efficiency in large-scale buildings is identified correct management and control Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, particularly those with Heat Pumps (HPs). The present study aimed to evaluate perspective savings achievable implementation an optimal HVAC HPs. proposed measures involve use a variable air volume system, demand-controlled ventilation, energy-aware heat recovery equipment, improved pump chiller supply water temperature. analysis has been applied academic building located Pisa carried out by means dynamic simulation. achieved saving can approach values more than 80% if compared actual plants based on fossil fuel technologies. A major part this linked pumps as thermal generators well efficient emphasizing importance such straightforward reducing intensity buildings.