2.4 Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis

The following workflow is recommended for preparing and performing a compliance or EPC analysis for Part L2 (2021). The plan need not be followed slavishly. Variations can be made in the ordering of the tasks and experienced users may wish to take alternative approaches to some of the stages. The purpose of the plan is to guide you through the basic process.

The workflows for compliance testing and EPC generation follow a similar paths, differing only in the final stages.

The contents of 2.4 Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis

2.4.1 Step 1. Create geometry

2.4.2 Step 2. Set location and weather data

2.4.3 Step 3. Create and assign constructions

2.4.4 Step 4. Set building type and general data

2.4.5 Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW Systems

2.4.6 Step 6. Define renewable systems

2.4.7 Step 7. Create or import room templates

2.4.8 Step 8. Edit Room Data

2.4.9 Step 9. Set Building & System Data

2.4.10 Step 10. Inspect notional and/or reference building

2.4.11 Step 11. Perform test runs

2.4.12 Step 12. Perform compliance or EPC analysis

2.4.13 Step 13. Review, revise and repeat as necessary

2.4.14 Step 14. Collate and submit results