The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC), India, has introduced an innovative and transformative concept – The Green Credit Programme. With this initiative, the Ministry hopes to empower individuals, communities, and organisations to partake in environment-friendly actions, consequently driving a sustainable shift in India’s economic structure. This novel Read more…
“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” – Albert Einstein In the realm of building design and engineering, energy modeling has traditionally been perceived as a tool for technical experts and engineers to examine energy statistics and verify code compliance. However, with Read more…
“The value of an idea lies in the using of it.” – Thomas Edison In an era where sustainable construction and energy efficiency have risen to the forefront, the use of Building Energy Modeling (BEM) has become a key player in designing and operating environmentally-conscious structures. Understanding the process of Read more…
Building Energy Modeling (BEM) Building Energy Modeling refers to the process of creating a computational model of a building (or a group of buildings) to estimate or quantify its energy use, to evaluate potential energy-saving interventions, and to ensure that it meets specific energy efficiency standards, codes, or criteria. BEM Read more…
Building energy modeling (BEM) becomes an increasingly central aspect of architectural and engineering projects. By predicting building energy consumption, CO2 emissions, peak demands, energy costs, and renewable energy production, energy modeling forms the basis of truly integrated and efficient projects. At Firstgreen Consulting, we understand the intricate details of BEM, Read more…
Demystifying Building Energy Modeling Software: A Comprehensive Comparison Building energy modeling (BEM) software provides an invaluable tool for architects, engineers, and building owners, aiming to minimize energy use, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance indoor environmental quality. BEM software ranges from basic tools for preliminary assessments to advanced solutions for detailed Read more…
When you ask, “What is the best energy modeling software?” the responses are likely to vary based on who you ask. The question itself might be seen as flawed because ‘best’ can have numerous interpretations. For some, it might imply the most powerful and flexible modern software package, while for Read more…
As the focus shifts globally towards sustainable and energy-efficient living, building energy modelling (BEM) becomes a focal point of architectural and engineering projects in India. Energy modelling predicts vital parameters such as a building’s energy consumption, CO2 emissions, peak demands, energy costs, and potential renewable energy production. Firstgreen Consulting, a Read more…
Building energy modeling (BEM) software provides an invaluable tool for architects, engineers, and building owners, aiming to minimize energy use, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance indoor environmental quality. BEM software ranges from basic tools for preliminary assessments to advanced solutions for detailed design and operational optimization. In this blog post, Read more…
Digital technologies are revolutionizing the way buildings are designed, operated, and optimized for energy efficiency. One such example is the IES (Integrated Environmental Solutions) Digitization Solutions, which harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to propel buildings to the next level of energy efficiency. By leveraging Read more…