Evaluation of an electrical infrastructure of an existing building and economic and environmental benefits of its modernization

Abstract

In this case study will be summarised the benefits of upgrading existing building services systems, and more specifically the existing electrical systems. The advantages will be reviewed in following aspects: Economical; Energy consumption; Human Comfort; Reducing Carbon Footprint. For the purposes of this report, an existing building will be reviewed where refurbishment has been undergone in its design stage for the building services systems. The aim of the report will be to evaluate the systems changes and their impact to the building overall performance, and also provide suggestions for further improvements to be implemented.