Case Study: Aurecon achieves energy-efficient comfort and solar gain optimization with IES Virtual Environment

Aurecon reduces cooling loads by 15-20% with Integrated Environmental Solutions

Aurecon, an engineering consultancy, faced the challenge of designing a highly efficient and comfortable six-story office building in Christchurch, New Zealand, despite its 100% glazed facade. To optimize energy use, solar gain, and occupant comfort while reducing running costs, they utilized the IES Virtual Environment (IESVE) from Integrated Environmental Solutions.

Integrated Environmental Solutions' IESVE software enabled extensive energy, solar, and HVAC modelling. The solution involved optimizing custom-designed external shading fins, which reduced the building's cooling loads by 15-20%. This approach, combined with efficient HVAC systems and LED lighting, resulted in a multiple award-winning building that is one of the most earthquake-resilient and energy-efficient in New Zealand.

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