Simulation of Off-Grid, Off-Pipe, Single-Family Detached Residences in US Climates

摘要

This paper discusses current efforts to simulate offgrid,off-pipe houses in five U.S. locations in differentclimate zones, using an integrated analysis thatevaluates the performance of energy and waterefficiency and renewable energy measures in eachlocation1. The study aims to eliminate the need for nonrenewablesources of energy and municipal water inresidences by using off-grid, off-pipe design approach.To accomplish this, a simulation model of a 2001International Energy Conservation Code complianthouse in each location was analyzed to determine thebase-case energy and water use; then, by simulatingenergy and water efficiency measures, building energyand water needs were reduced. Finally, the sizing ofrenewable energy and water collection systems wasperformed to meet or exceed the reduced needs andachieve complete self-sufficiency in terms of energyand water use.