Objective

Organized a roundtable on “Institutionalization of ECBC Training and Certification” in partnership with Bureau of Energy Efficiency on August 4, 2011 at New Delhi to discuss content, approach, procedure and other aspects related to institutionalization of ECBC Training and Certification program for users (design professionals, developers, etc.) and code compliance officials.

Description

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has been promoting the implementation of the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) through several capacity building programs. In collaboration with ECO-III Project, BEE has developed the ECBC User Guide and ECBC Tip Sheets for raising awareness among stakeholders on ECBC. Building on these efforts, there is a pressing need to institutionalize a training and certification program for users (design professionals, developers, etc.) and code compliance officials, to ensure that these constituents are conversant with ECBC.
The ECBC Standardized Training Package has been developed by the ECO-III under BEE’s guidance, to help expedite ECBC implementation. The training material has been developed with the help of several technical resources, including the ECBC Tip Sheets and ECBC User Guide. A number of illustrations and tables have been included to illustrate technical topics in an “easy to understand” manner. BEE formally launched this standardized training package on December 10, 2010.
The objective of the training package is to enhance ECBC awareness, provide administrative and technical guidance towards code compliance, help understand the technical basis of ECBC requirements and introduce the participants to other useful resources. The package includes following nine modules;

1. ECBC Awareness: A brief introduction to the background and development of ECBC and its significance in terms of energy savings.
2. ECBC Scope & Administration: An overview of the scope as well as the various compliance approaches.
3. Building Envelope
4. Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
5. Service Hot Water and Pumping
6. Lighting
7. Electrical power
8. ECBC Compliance: The module discusses the compliance procedure and requirements (documents)
9. Building Physics

Agenda

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Objectives

The key objectives of the workshop are:

• To develop capacity of students, studying built environment, in the fundamentals of building physics and energy simulation;
• To encourage and catalyze the incorporation of these subjects in the design studio;
• To facilitate a network of key architectural and engineering institutions allowing for future interactions and deliberations;
• To identify gaps and opportunities to enhance the architectural education to develop future professionals capable of delivering energy efficient and sustainable buildings;
• To provide an overview of the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC)

Presentations

1. Curriculum Enhancement Program

• Sustainable Building Design Course

2. Overview of Building Energy Scenario and ECBC
3. Energy Simulation

• Design Builder – Exercises
• Design Builder – Theory

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Objectives

• To develop capacity of faculty members in the fundamentals of building physics and energy simulation
• To encourage and catalyze the incorporation of these subjects in the architectural curriculum
• To facilitate a network of key architectural and engineering institutions for future interactions and deliberations
• To identify gaps and opportunities to enhance the architectural education to develop professionals capable of delivering energy efficient and sustainable buildings
• To provide an overview of the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC)

Presentations

1. Curriculum Enhancement Program

• Sustainable Building Design Course

2. Overview of Energy Scenario in India and ECBC
3. Making the Business Case for Energy Efficiency
4. Energy Simulation

• Design Builder – Exercises
• Design Builder – Theory

Brochure

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Agenda

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List of Participants

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ECBC User Guide v 2.0 (3.76MB)

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Tip Sheet on Building Envelope (March 2011) (714.67KB)

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Tip Sheet on Lighting (March 2011) (577.95KB)

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Tip Sheet on HVAC System (March 2011) (746.26KB)

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Tip Sheet on Energy Simulation (March 2011) (422.01KB)

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List of Reference Books (1.09MB)

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Description

In partnership with Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and CEPT University, Ahmedabad, USAID ECO-III Project (ECO-III) organized a one-day Roundtable on “Net Zero Energy Buildings: Concept to Completion” on 7 July at CEPT, Ahmedabad.
ECO-III is currently working on a program for Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) in India with an objective to assist architects, designers, developers, technology manufacturers and government direct their efforts and resources over the next five to ten years so that there is a compelling case for designing and developing all new buildings in the foreseeable future as NZEBs. The program has the following components:

• NZEB Strategy Roadmap,
• NZEB Pilot Project for technology demonstration,
• Dissemination of NZEB Design and construction process and benefits

With this in mind, ECO-III in partnership with Bureau of Energy Efficiency organized  a one-day “Roundtable on Technologies for Net Zero Energy Buildings” on 25 May 2011 at New Delhi, whereby we engaged in discussions with industry partners (technology manufacturers) to seek their inputs on developing this program.
In continuation of these efforts and as a next step in this direction, this Roundtable on “Net Zero Energy Buildings: Concept to Completion” was organized on 7 July at Ahmedabad.

Objective

The objective of the Roundtable was to engage architects, engineers and building developers for their active involvement in the development of an NZEB paradigm in India, and get actively associated with ‘Net Zero Energy Buildings Program’.

Presentations

Inaugural Session

• USAID EO-III Project: Aalok Deshmukh-Net Zero Energy Buildings Initiative in India: An Overview

Session I: NZEBs and Importance of Integrated Design Process

• The Weidt Group: Mr. Prasad Vaidya – Zero Energy Buildings – A US Perspective
• Ghosh, Bose & Associates: Ms. Shakuntala Ghosh – Integrated Design Process: Opportunities and Challenges Faced by Design Professionals  – An Architects Perspective
• Footprints E.A.R.T.H.: Mr. Yatin Pandya – Towards Net Zero Builtform – Design Approaches  for India

Session II: Components of NZEB: Design Solutions

• Design Consortium:  Ms. Madhavi Patel -  Towards Net Zero Energy Buildings in India: Integration of Climate Responsive Architectural Features for Reduction in Operational Energy
• Spectral Services:  Mr. Ashish Rakheja/Ms. Sana Salman – Shunya: A Net-Zero Building:  A Review of Passive Strategies
• Mechartés: Mr. Shishir Gupta – Net Zero Energy Buildings : Contribution by Simulations
• Munjal Bhatt Architects: Mr. Munjal Bhatt – In response to Context – Context as a Generative Tool for Architectural Design
• Kalpakrit Sustainable Environments:Mr.Neeraj Kapoor: Optimization of Loads and Technology Demonstrators for a Large NZEB

Session III: Components of NZEB: Technological Solutions

• Pankaj Dharkar & Associates: Mr. P. R. Dharkar – High Performance HVAC for NZEBs
• Biodiversity Conservation India Pvt. Ltd. : Mr. Hiten Chavda – Zero Energy Development: A BCIL Perspective
• London Infotech: Mr. Hetal Mistry – Net Zero Energy Buildings: BIM Collaboration

Event Agenda

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List of Participants

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Objective

Capacity Building of Certified Measurement and Verification Professionals (CMVPs) who will be conducting the future M&V Training Programs in India.

List of Participants

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Description

This training program, organized in partnership with AEEE, was aimed at providing an opportunity for Indian energy professionals to undertake the Level 3 CMVP training and certification test so as to qualify for an internationally recognized credential in the field of energy efficiency. Around 24 participants were present and the CMVP Exam was taken by 18 candidates from reputed companies.

The CMVP certification programme aims at providing a robust understanding of advanced M&V techniques for enabling enterprises and high intensity energy users to optimize their energy efficiency, with emphasis on the uniqueness of each project and its M&V plans. Measurement and Verification skills are integral to various energy efficiency programmes in India:

• M&V is a key component of LEED, GRIHA and other third party rating systems for buildings.
• The Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme under National Mission on Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE) requires mutually agreed upon M&V to determine energy consumption reduction achieved (or not) by designated industries.
• Energy Savings Certificates or ECerts will be issued after verification of M&V plans and processes.
• Government’s EE programmes launched through BEE envisage the use of M&V where ESCOs are involved, including but not limited to energy conservation in Municipalities, Government Buildings etc.

For further information please visit AEEE website < www.aeee.in >.

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Brochure

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Agenda

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Description

In partnership with Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), USAID ECO-III Project (ECO-III) organized the Roundtable on “Technologies for Net Zero Energy Buildings” on May 25 2011 at Amaltas Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
ECO-III is currently working on an initiative to promote a program for Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) in India with an objective to assist stakeholders, including policymakers, to direct efforts and resources over the next five to ten years, so that these could facilitate the development of a NZEB paradigm for the country. At the heart of NZEB approach is a super-efficient building that can meet all its energy requirements from locally available renewable energy sources. The effective promotion of NZEB concept in India will involve the development of new policies and the acceleration of adoption of some key technologies, so as to bring about a significant change in the way energy is used in commercial buildings.

Objective

The key objective of the roundtable was to engage technology manufacturers, to solicit their inputs and their active involvement in the development of an NZEB paradigm in India. The manufacturers were asked to provide information on their cutting-edge technology offerings, including technical details and cost effectiveness, as well as to highlight opportunities and barriers towards their actual application for NZEBs. The proceedings of the roundtable will facilitate ECO-III in the formulation of an “NZEB Strategy Roadmap for India”.

Presentations

Inaugural Session

• Net Zero Energy Building Initiative
• International Perspective: ORNL Buildings R&D

Session I: Envelope – Energy Efficient Technologies

• Glazing Society of India: Mr. G. N. Gohul Deepak – Role of Building Envelopes in NZEBs
• Saint-Gobain Glass India: Mr. Manish Srivastava – Glass and Net Zero Energy Buildings
• Asahi India Glass: Dr. Avlokita Agrawal – Glass in Buildings- An ill-designed feature
• Owens Corning: Mr. Nilesh Ghorpade – Designing with Insulation
• Green Building Envelopes: Mr. Aditya Kaura – Roof-paint Insulation
• Wienerberger: Mr. Kundan Dighe – Clay Bricks for NZEBs
• Environmental Design Solutions: Ms. Chitrangada Bisht – Cool Roofs for Cool Cities
• Spectral Services: Ms. Sangita Das – Green Walls
• Fenesta Buildings: Mr. Y. P. Singh – A perspective to energy saving with uPVC windows in Buildings

Session II: Lighting Technologies

• Indian Society of Lighting Engineers: Mr. H.S. Mamak – Opening Remarks
• Surya Roshni: Mr. S. Chakraborty – Lighting Technology for Commercial Building
• Mr. Nirmit Jhaveri – Lighting Technologies: Design Mantras

Session III: Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technologies

• ISHRAE: Mr. Ashwini Mehra – ISHRAE’s Role in Promoting NZEBs
• Pankaj Dharkar & Associates: Mr. Pankaj R. Dharkar – High Performance HVAC for NZEBs
• Carrier Airconditioning & Refrigeration: Mr. Rahul Garg- HVAC Technologies: Developments and Trends
• REHAU Polymers: Mr. Amit Dhairyawan – Innovative Building Solutions
• Desiccant Rotors International: Mr. Varun Pahwa – Energy Recovery Solutions for Green Buildings

Session IV: Renewable Energy Technologies

• Solar Energy Society of India: Mr. Ajay Prakash Shrivastava – Use of Solar Energy Devices for NZEBs
• West Bengal Renewable Energy Development Agency: Mr. Joy Chakroborty – WBREDAInitiatives
• Tata BP Solar: Mr. Anil Patni – Solar Energy: Towards Zero Net Energy Buildings
• Ramky Enviro Engineers: Dr. A. K. Saxena – Challenges & Opportunities for WTE from Urban Solid Waste
• Asahi India Glass: Dr. Avlokita Agrawal – Glass in Buildings-Beyond Glazing

Session V: Energy Performance Monitoring Technologies

• Schneider Electric India: Dr. Satish Kumar/Mr. Amit Chadha – Solutions for Net Zero Energy Buildings
• Honeywell Automation India: Mr. Manik Goel/Mr. Varun Jain – Intelligent Buildings and a Case Study

Event Agenda

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Description

In 2008, USAID ECO-III Project (ECO-III) convened a group of energy efficiency companies to incorporate Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) with a specific purpose of facilitating collaboration amongst India’s energy efficiency (EE) industries and service providers to support the government’s energy conservation and EE policy implementation, market development, and implementation of EE improvements across all sectors of India’s economy.
With continuing support from ECO-III, AEEE launched Measurement and Verification (M&V) training & Certified M&V Professional (CMVP) Certification in India in 2009.
AEEE is an Affiliate of Efficiency Valuation Organization (EVO) and conducts M&V and IPMVP Seminars on a monthly basis in different cities and CMVP Certification once in 6 months in different regions in India. AEEE, in partnership with EVO organised the next M&V and IPMVP Familiarization Workshop in Pune on 21^st April 2011. The Workshop was hosted by SKF India Ltd at the SKF College Campus, Chinchwad, Pune.

Objective

The objective of the programme was to provide a conceptual and in-depth understanding to engineers and managers about the Measurement & Verification (M&V) of energy and cost savings, resulting from the implementation of energy efficiency projects.
Mr. Saket Sarraf, Principal, ps Collective, an ECO-III partner, made a presentation on “Benchmarking tools for energy efficiency to support M&V”. The workshop also had interactive participation involving case studies, along with introspection by sharing real time project examples and experiences.
The programme was specifically relevant to the Companies participating in the PAT Scheme of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Govt. of India. M&V Protocol and systems are part of the essential skill-set for the Designated Consumers – the large-scale industries – for baseline preparation, target-setting and Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) of energy savings under PAT (See: http://www.bee-dsm.in/Tools_4.aspx). Third-party verification of green building certification systems (LEED, GRIHA) for energy savings, water efficiency, CO₂ emissions rely on transparent M&V processes, while M&V is integral to performance contracting of ESCOs for maximizing savings.
For those interested in getting Certified as M&V Professionals (CMVP),  AEEE is conducting the 4^th South Asia M&V & IPMVP Training and CMVP Certification Exam proposed for the 3rd Quarter 2011. You may check for details at the AEEE Website www.aeee.in.

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Description

This training program was organized in partnership with AEEE and was aimed at providing an opportunity for Indian energy professionals to undertake the Level 3 CMVP training and certification test so as to qualify for an internationally recognized credential in the field of energy efficiency. Around 38 participants were present and the CMVP Exam was taken by 32 candidates from reputed companies.

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