Phase change materials (PCMs) enhance building energy efficiency by improving thermal performance and reducing energy consumption. They also stabilize indoor temperatures, lower peak heating and cooling loads, and enhance comfort. This session will focus on PCM integration into ceiling systems and its effect on energy dynamics. Join us to discuss quantifying PCM benefits in existing buildings and optimizing performance, including potential HVAC system adjustments. Using building simulation tools, you''ll also have the opportunity to assess the value of PCM investment for better energy outcomes.
Learning Objectives
- Explore how PCMs enhance thermal performance and reduce energy consumption in energy-efficient buildings.
- Learn how the integration of PCMs into ceiling systems impacts building energy dynamics and boosts occupant comfort.
- Review methods for quantifying the benefits of incorporating PCMs in existing buildings and optimizing their performance.
- Find out how building simulation practices and HVAC system modifications can maximize the benefits of PCM integration for better energy efficiency.