DEVELOPMENT OF RESIDENTIAL ENERGY END-USE SIMULATION MODEL AT CITY SCALE

This paper describes a simulation model for predicting end-use energy in residential sectors of a city or region. In this model, the annual energy consumption of a dwelling is simulated from the occupants ’ schedule of living activities, weather data and energy efficiencies of appliances and dwellings. By summing up the simulation results for various household categories, total energy consumption for the residential sector in a region can be estimated. In this paper, the energy consumption for Osaka City is simulated by this model. The result is compared with statistical data. The effects of energy efficiency standards and urban heat island phenomena are also examined