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The digital interface is a medium to show the results of the calculations of the model in a neat and user-friendly manner. Since the physical model needs to be used by both stakeholders and people who use the campus, the interactions must be both informative, to support decision making, and entertaining, to invite passers-by to learn more about the energy grid of the campus. The interface is the link between the backend data model and the user.
The data model that Team RED is developing is intended to easily calculate changes in the energy system. The software uses building specification and electricity sensors data that we get from the university, as well as local weather data. The model can simulate the placement of energy assets of three different categories; generation, storage and sinks; and will then calculate the effect of these additions. The data model evaluates the impact by calculating the Net Present Value (NPV) and CO₂ savings within a certain timeframe. This is then used to give the average CO₂ savings per euro invested.
The team is currently developing a working model for the TU/e campus, under the Atlas Project. This model can provide the university with simulations for all of their buildings, and a wide range of new technologies. Through this model, we hope to share insights into effective ways of improving both the energy management as well as highlighting promising investment options for new technologies.
Since September 2020 Team RED has taken up its second project, at the business and industrial terrain of Minervum in Breda. This project is being conducted in collaboration with Avans Hogeschool in Breda, through a selection of student projects, minors, and internships. The goal of the project is to provide the Minervum terrain with a tool on which they can plan and compare different energy scenarios for the future of their campus.
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