A review of current and future weather data for building simulation

Author:

Herrera Manuel1,Natarajan Sukumar1,Coley David A1,Kershaw Tristan1,Ramallo-González Alfonso P2,Eames Matthew3,Fosas Daniel1,Wood Michael3

Affiliation:

1. EDEn – Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering, University of Bath, Bath, UK

2. Faculty of Computer Science, University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain

3. College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, University of Exeter, Exeter, UK

Abstract

This article provides the first comprehensive assessment of methods for the creation of weather variables for use in building simulation. We undertake a critical analysis of the fundamental issues and limitations of each methodology and discusses new challenges, such as how to deal with uncertainty, the urban heat island, climate change and extreme events. Proposals for the next generation of weather files for building simulation are made based on this analysis. A seven-point list of requirements for weather files is introduced and the state-of-the-art compared to this via a mapping exercise. It is found that there are various issues with all current and suggested approaches, but the two areas most requiring attention are the production of weather files for the urban landscape and files specifically designed to test buildings against the criteria of morbidity, mortality and building services system failure. Practical application: Robust weather files are key to the design of sustainable, healthy and comfortable buildings. This article provides the first comprehensive assessment of their technical requirements to ensure buildings perform well in both current and future climates.

Funder

Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Subject

Building and Construction

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