Investigating User Perception of High-Performance Schools about Factors Associated with Building Energy Efficiency

Abstract

Energy demand in buildings can be reduced by improving energy efficiency. MS1525 has recommended that energy efficiency for NonResidential Buildings in Malaysia to be not more than 135kWh/m²/year. A school building is a non-residential building and has major social responsibilities. Based on the theory of building energy-efficiency, energy efficiency can be achieved through three main factors: a) design of buildings; b) design of services; and c) user behavior. This study aims to investigate the user perceptions in High-Performance Schools. The questionnaire viewed three main perceptions of users: perception of user behavior, the perception of building design and perception of services design.