Theoretical study of validation methodologies for energy simulation in nZEB buildings.

Abstract

Validation methodologies play an important role in the analysis of energy simulations in buildings [1], since it is used to reduce the uncertainty of the extrapolations that must be taken into account for any validation study, so there may be various methodologies [2]. This study focuses on developing a state of the art on validation methodologies that can be applied in the analysis of energy simulations for NZEB buildings. First, the review method compiles the documents relevant to the research selected by selection criteria, which indicate whether they are of scientific criteria. Secondly, the methodologies found are reviewed and described, in addition to discussing a series of studies applied to each of the methodologies. Finally, it can be concluded that the application of validation methodologies depends on the purpose of the research, however, Sensitivity analysis is the simplest and most useful method to use in the analysis of building performance, even if it has defects; due to its low computational price, easy execution and interpretation.