Computation Models Released for Predicting Neighborhood Energy Performance

Integrating mathematical simulation modules to evaluate energy demand, solar potential, and mobility patterns.

The MAKING PEDs project has documented its practical methodology for developing the localized computation modules integrated into its urban platforms.

This report introduces the underlying computation models used to quantify urban performance. Developed by our consortium partners the Catalonia Institute for Energy Research (IREC), the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), R2M Solution, with key contributions from University of Roma Tre and AIT (Austrian Institute of Technology), the document serves as a technical blueprint for simulating building energy needs, rooftop photovoltaic potential, and localized transport emissions.

The calculation frameworks draw on data inputs and baseline testing executed across our four Urban Living Labs: Bærum (Norway), Civitavecchia (Italy), Linz (Austria), and Sant Esteve de Palautordera (Spain).

The report details the mathematical formulations used for hourly thermal load profiling, solar irradiance mapping, and synthetic population routing. These computational steps make sure that the platforms deliver the accurate, quantitative metrics required to design effective Positive Energy Districts.

Download the full report below.