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Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) · In order to achieve their net zero energy goals, NZEBs must first reduce energy demand using energy efficient technologies, and then utilize renewable energy sources to meet the residual energy demand (Figure 8.2). In such buildings, efficiency gains enable the balance of energy needs to be met by renewable energy technologies. · NZEB is aimed at eliminating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with the operation of new buildings by 2030, and eliminate the GHG emissions from all buildings by 2050. Meeting NZEB objectives will require addressing both active and passive measures along with energy generation/supply from renewable energy such as Solar Photovoltaic, Winds, Biogas, and any other applicable hybrid renewable energy system. Achieving zero energy is an ambitious, yet increasingly achievable goal |
