Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland
The paper analyses multi-variant energy simulations carried out in IDA ICE 4.8 software for a newly designed single-family building within the framework of the 4E Idea. This idea assumes the use of energy-saving, ecological, ergonomic, and economic solutions in construction and building operation. E...
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| author | Piotr Ciuman Jan Kaczmarczyk Dorota Winnicka-Jasłowska |
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| description | The paper analyses multi-variant energy simulations carried out in IDA ICE 4.8 software for a newly designed single-family building within the framework of the 4E Idea. This idea assumes the use of energy-saving, ecological, ergonomic, and economic solutions in construction and building operation. Energy simulations were conducted to evaluate the annual energy-saving potential of the developed architectural house concept, which incorporates ergonomic analyses and cost-effective construction solutions. Analyses were conducted to optimise the non-renewable primary energy index by selecting mechanical ventilation system (CAV or VAV) with heat recovery; the configuration of photovoltaic module installation in terms of their location and orientation; the exposure and type of solar thermal collectors (flat and vacuum); and the use of two types of heat pumps (air- and ground-source). The most favourable energy performance of the building was achieved with an HVAC system equipped with a VAV mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery, an on-grid photovoltaic installation, vacuum solar thermal collectors, and a ground-source heat pump with a horizontal heat exchanger. This configuration resulted in a primary energy index value of 2 kWh/m<sup>2</sup>/year. The results of the analyses carried out for the 4E building concept may serve as a reference point for future energy-efficient building designs aspiring to meet higher standards of sustainable development. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9f75cde5801b4072893f8718754567d52025-01-24T13:31:31ZengMDPI AGEnergies1996-10732025-01-0118244910.3390/en18020449Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in PolandPiotr Ciuman0Jan Kaczmarczyk1Dorota Winnicka-Jasłowska2Department of Heating, Ventilation and Dust Removal Technology, Faculty of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18, 44-100 Gliwice, PolandDepartment of Heating, Ventilation and Dust Removal Technology, Faculty of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18, 44-100 Gliwice, PolandDepartment of Design and Architectural Research, Faculty of Architecture, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Akademicka 7, 44-100 Gliwice, PolandThe paper analyses multi-variant energy simulations carried out in IDA ICE 4.8 software for a newly designed single-family building within the framework of the 4E Idea. This idea assumes the use of energy-saving, ecological, ergonomic, and economic solutions in construction and building operation. Energy simulations were conducted to evaluate the annual energy-saving potential of the developed architectural house concept, which incorporates ergonomic analyses and cost-effective construction solutions. Analyses were conducted to optimise the non-renewable primary energy index by selecting mechanical ventilation system (CAV or VAV) with heat recovery; the configuration of photovoltaic module installation in terms of their location and orientation; the exposure and type of solar thermal collectors (flat and vacuum); and the use of two types of heat pumps (air- and ground-source). The most favourable energy performance of the building was achieved with an HVAC system equipped with a VAV mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery, an on-grid photovoltaic installation, vacuum solar thermal collectors, and a ground-source heat pump with a horizontal heat exchanger. This configuration resulted in a primary energy index value of 2 kWh/m<sup>2</sup>/year. The results of the analyses carried out for the 4E building concept may serve as a reference point for future energy-efficient building designs aspiring to meet higher standards of sustainable development.https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/18/2/449renewable energy sourcesenergy performancesingle-family buildingheat pumpsolar thermal collectorphotovoltaics |
| spellingShingle | Piotr Ciuman Jan Kaczmarczyk Dorota Winnicka-Jasłowska Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland Energies renewable energy sources energy performance single-family building heat pump solar thermal collector photovoltaics |
| title | Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland |
| title_full | Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland |
| title_fullStr | Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland |
| title_full_unstemmed | Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland |
| title_short | Investigation of Energy-Efficient Solutions for a Single-Family House Based on the 4E Idea in Poland |
| title_sort | investigation of energy efficient solutions for a single family house based on the 4e idea in poland |
| topic | renewable energy sources energy performance single-family building heat pump solar thermal collector photovoltaics |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/18/2/449 |
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