TECHNICAL RESEARCH
INDUSTRY RESEARCH
Improving Efficiency in Hydronic Radiant Heating Systems
Description The purpose of the study is to assess and verify savings related to hydronic heating systems in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs). The research involves the use of the EndoTherm additive in a number of BC Housing directly managed buildings and measuring the expected energy savings after a few months of installation. This pilot project aligns with BC Housing’s mandate to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in its portfolio. Comparing the weather normalized pre-addition of the hydronic system additive EndoTherm to post-addition heating energy in the design and construction of residential buildings may prove to have large impacts on building efficiencies and provide additional residential construction options. Results of this pilot study, examining 12 existing multi-unit residential buildings in B.C.’s Lower Mainland, are outlined in the Builder Insight technical bulletin on this topic: Improving Efficiency in Hydronic Radiant Heating Systems. Impact This project will influence members of the construction industry to consider options for increasing energy efficiency and assess and verify savings related to hydronic systems.
Status: Available online at www.bchousing.org Audience: Builders, building officials, developers, architects, manufacturers, and other industry professionals
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