Energy Consumption Analysis of Education Buildings: The Case Study of Balikesir University

Yıldız, Yusuf; Koçyiğit, Merve

doi:10.35378/gujs.722746

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“…While the existing body of literature has delved into energy label awareness and consumer attitudes in diverse settings [51][52][53][54][55], a more specific exploration of energy consumption attitudes among university employees is relatively scarce. Recognizing this gap, we aim to contribute to the existing knowledge by focusing on academic and administrative staff's distinctive perspectives and behaviors within the university context.…”

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Energy Labels and Consumer Attitudes: A Study among University Staff

Durmus Senyapar,

Duzgun,

Boran

2024

Sustainability

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This study investigates energy label awareness among Gazi University staff, exploring the influence of demographic factors on attitudes and perceptions. Using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), the research examines individual attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control in shaping energy efficiency awareness. A cross-sectional survey of academic and administrative staff reveals significant differences in awareness across demographic groups. Gender-specific variations in attitudes towards energy-efficient products are evident, with the greatest difference observed between female (M = 3.93, SD = 1.16) and male staff (M = 3.58, SD = 1.30) on Capacity (I-11) (Z = −2.805, p = 0.005 < 0.05). Education level also significantly influences awareness scores, particularly on the status symbol item (I-18) (χ2 = 24.543, p = 0.00 < 0.05). These findings, analyzed through Wilcoxon Rank Sum and Kruskal–Wallis Tests, provide nuanced insights into the demographic factors impacting energy label awareness. Interpretation of the findings on the complex relationship between demographic characteristics and energy label awareness with TPB provided valuable insights. The practical implications of the study highlight the imperative for tailored communication strategies and targeted interventions to raise awareness among different staff groups. By addressing these nuanced factors, the study significantly contributes to the development of effective energy policies, fostering a sustainable and energy-conscious academic community.

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Energy Labels and Consumer Attitudes: A Study among University Staff

Durmus Senyapar,

Duzgun,

Boran

2024

Sustainability

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“…At the same time, the building energy sector has a great saving potential [2]. For this reason, buildings are an area that should be handled with priority in terms of energy efficiency and sustainable energy use [3]. When population growth rates are taken into consideration, it is predicted that by 2050, 68% of the world's population would reside in urban regions, up from 55% today.…”

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Evaluation of Building Energy Performance Based on Settlement Scale Design Parameters Using BIM Tools

Aydın,

Koçlar Oral

2024

Gazi University Journal of Science

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After the settlement textures were designed and constructed, they continue to exist without any change for years, and they have considerable effects on building energy consumptions and the natural environment. In addition, with the changes in our lives through the COVİD-19 pandemic, the houses have turned into versatile spaces where we spend most of the time and the amount of energy used in the houses has increased even more. The decrease of energy usage is a top objective in the design of the settlements from an economic and environmental standpoint. Therefore, the design parameters affecting the energy consumptions in the settlement textures are evaluated with a holistic approach, both settlement scale and building scale. The study is focused to determine appropriate values for the design parameters. In addition, energy modelling and simulations were carried out with BIM software, and the use, advantages and capabilities of BIM systems were tested in the energy efficient design for reducing energy consumptions. As a result, energy consumption in buildings get changes greatly in regard to settlement scale and building scale design parameters. Selecting the proper values for design parameters affects the building's energy performance and helps create sustainable and energy-efficient environment.

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