Dynamic Breathing Buildings - The Future Mohammed Imbabi, Chairman and CTO e2 Energy Solutions Expo, 10th October, Grand Hall, Olympia, London Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Dynamic Breathing Building (DBB) Concept Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 1 The Energyflo™ Cell • Multi-functional product that replaces conventional wall insulation in buildings. • Transforms the wall into a heat exchanger, fresh air ventilation source and filter of airborne pollution. 600 mm square and 95 mm thick [140 mm with air cavities] • Transforms the building into a sustainable, clean, energy efficient DBB. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Dynamic U-Value Elemental Dynamic U-Values for Typical Wall Construction 0.5 2003 Building Regulations (UAE) 0.45 0.4 U-Value (W/sqm.K) 0.35 2007 Building Regulations (Engand) 0.3 2007 Building Regulations (Scotland) 0.25 0.2 0.15 0.1 95mm Cell Operating range 0.05 135mm Cell 0 0 0.0005 0.001 0.0015 0.002 0.0025 0.003 0.0035 0.004 0.0045 0.005 Airflow velocity (m/s) Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 2 Dynamic Filtration PM Filtration Test Result for 40mm DI Media at 0.004m/s Operating range Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Summary of the benefits DEVELOPERS OWNERS Compliance with Regs Low energy bills More efficient land use Clean, healthy spaces Lower build costs Airy, light interiors Higher profits Enhanced value SOCIETY Energy security Reduced emissions Clean environment Strong economy Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 3 Case Study 1 - CALA Hazledean House Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Roof / HVAC Integration Stale air MVHR unit Roof tiles Energyflo™ cells Fresh air Supply to house Extract from the house Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 4 Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 5 Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Measured Thermal Performance Temperatures, oC (whole house) 40 35 Temperature (C) 30 25 20 15 10 5 attic outside supply b4 0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Day Number Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 6 Measured Energy Performance Instantaneous Energy use, kWh per 5 min interval (whole house) Energy (kWh per 5 min interval) 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.10 0.05 Conventional Dynamic Roof Dynamic Roof + HX 0.00 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Day Number Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Key Performance Indicator Whole-house average for week 1, Sept 07 Ueffective = 0.23 W/m2K kWh/m2.yr Av Saving = = 45.6 68.1% kgCO2/m2yr Spend/m2yr = = 11.20 £2.10 In order to achieve comparable performance, a traditional house build would require 250 mm thick polyurethane foam insulation over the whole of the available roof, wall and floor areas. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 7 Summary of Results & Their Significance UK Average Dwelling, DTI (2005) Scottish Building Regs Reference Predicted Measured Heating Energy (kWh/m2.yr) 141 91 48 45.6 Operating Cost (£/ m2.yr) 6.5 4.2 2.2 2.1 Carbon Emission (kgCO2/m2.yr) 34.4 22.3 11.7 11.2 Improvement in Performance (%) - 35% 66% 68% CALA Hazeldean House • The carbon footprint is 50% LOWER than Building Regulation requirements and energy costs that are 1/3rd of the UK average dwelling. • This has been achieved against a whole-house fresh air ventilation rate of ~0.7 ach, to deliver a significant boost in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Airborne Particle Pollution Mitigation Nano-Particle Filtration 10000 Particle Concentration (pt/cc) 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:00 Time supply duct outside Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 8 Case Study 2 – Trial in Abu Dhabi, UAE Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future The Energyflo™ Cell in Cooling Mode Temperature (oC) Measured Temperatures, 19 - 21 September 2006 50 Outdoor Thru Cell Dry Wall Indoor 40 30 20 10 0 00:00 12:00 00:00 Time (hh:mm) 12:00 00:00  Significantly reduces cooling energy demand  No risk of moisture deposition within walls  Cuts capital and running costs dramatically  Moderates peak electricity demand profile Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 9 Energy Savings Summary Energy savings / hr Dynamic Facade (%) Insulation Cost (USD) Installation cost savings (USD) (USD) Energy savings / yr (USD) CO2 savings / yr (Tons / %) (TR) (kWh) 10% 39,200 108,810 73 112 6.1 17,504 145 / 11% 25% 98,000 237,150 158 245 13.2 38,149 316 / 17% 50% 196,000 453,375 302 468 25.3 72,932 605 / 32% 75% 294,000 669,600 446 692 37.4 107,715 894 / 48% 90% 352,800 797,940 532 825 44.6 128,361 1,066 / 57% • The DBB approach delivers substantial cuts in air conditioning plant cost and energy use without compromising the IAQ or comfort level of internal spaces. • It also allows planned economic expansion by reducing the scale of future electricity infrastructure investment. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 10 Conclusions • The CALA Hazledean project has demonstrated the viability of the Dynamic Breathing Building (DBB) approach and of the Energyflo™ cell . • It has also revealed important synergetic and interactive features that are unique to roof installations, extending scientific knowledge. • A sound basis for exploring and developing new DBB systems and new variants of the Energyflo™ cell, for example to use in cavity wall construction, has been established. • The case studies shown demonstrate the potential of the Energyflo™ cell as a versatile product that can be used anywhere in the world. • This clean technology can be used to enhance all building types, from schools and hospitals to commercial, industrial and municipal buildings. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Dynamic Breathing Buildings - The Future Paul Smith, CEO e2 Energy Solutions Expo, 10th October, Grand Hall, Olympia, London Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 11 Awards • Shell Springboard 2007 – Joint Winner Northern Region – UK Finalist • The Carbon Trust – £250,000 grant for a two year project to demonstrate EBP’s Dynamic Breathing Building (DBB) technologies • SMART: Scotland Award 2004 – Joint Winner Science category, for the Energyflo™ cell Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Company Board Chairman & CTO Mohammed S Imbabi CEO Paul G Smith Director Andrew D Peacock Director Alastair Pinkerton Director Prof. Albert A Roger A founder of EBP. An international authority on low energy building technologies, Mohammed is both the technological and entrepreneurial driving force behind EBP. As the companies first salaried employee, Paul is charged with driving business growth through commercialisation of EBP’s core technologies. A founder member of EBP, Andrew has been instrumental in the development of the Energyflo™ cell. As a recognised expert in low energy housing, he brings focus to the development of applications for the EBP’s DBB technologies. Alastair is a professional Building Services Engineer with an indepth understanding of the construction industry. As a founder of EBP he has been instrumental in developing the installation and operational aspects of the Energyflo cell. Albert is Vice Principal and Head of the College of Physical Sciences at Aberdeen University. With a background in civil engineering, Albert plays a key role contributing to the company’s strategic development and raising EBP’s profile. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 12 Funding • Start-up phase – Various grants and awards to support product development, testing and market development – Incubator funding from LIFE-IC • Initial Growth phase – HOT’s in place with several equity investors – Funding expected to commence in 4Q07 – Funding will support commercialisation, organisational development and market growth • Expansion phase – HOT in place with principle investors – Round 2 Funding expected to commence in 2008/9 Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Current Installation Projects • Regulatory Approvals – BBA underway, anticipated early 2008. – BRE and NHBC approvals in progress. • SSH Pod house – Modular factory build incorporating air source heat pump. • CALA project house – Roof system incorporating ventilation heat recovery. • CALA developments – Timber frame and cavity wall systems. • Dubai apartment blocks – Pre-fabricated concrete rainscreen system with air conditioning. Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 13 Business Structure Evolution RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT DBB SYSTEMS LOW ENERGY BUILDING DESIGN Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future Contact Us Edinburgh Office EBP Ltd (Sales) Westpoint 4 Redheughs Rigg Edinburgh EH12 9DQ T 0131 338 6124 F 0131 338 6700 Aberdeen Office EBP Ltd (R&D) FNB King's College Aberdeen AB24 3UE T 01224 27 2506 F 01224 27 2497 enquiries@environmental-building.com www.environmental-building.com Clean technologies for the high quality, low carbon, Dynamic Breathing Buildings of the future 14