Towards a Taxonomy of Energy-Efficient Control Techniques

Energy usage in buildings can be reduced by coordinating devices to achieve higher energetic efficiency. Even conceptually simple techniques such as daylighting, occupancy based control or scheduling are known to achieve reductions on energy costs in the order of 20-30%. In fact, multiple techniques have been proposed over the years and, to date, there is no reference text giving them a systematic treatment. In this article we reviewing and categorizing existing techniques applicable the problem of energy-efficient control into an appropriate taxonomy.