Utilization of District Morphology for Optimal Energy Performance: A Case Study in Ankara, Turkey

Ayşe Özlem Dal Koçoğlu*, Touraj Ashrafian

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Abstract

This research investigates the influence of district morphology on solar radiation, energy performance, and renewable energy potential. The case district area in Ankara, Turkey, has an area of 76,100 m2 and 15 apartments and includes almost 2,400 dwellers. The methodology comprises three phases: computational modeling, performance simulations, and comparative assessments. Twenty-eight alternative district models were developed and analyzed using Rhinoceros 7.0 with the combination of Grasshopper plug-ins—Ladybug 1.8.0, Honeybee, and Climate Studio 1.9. The findings highlight that the district scenario with an irregular Y-axis configuration performs most satisfactorily regarding solar radiation, building energy, and photovoltaic panel integration. This alternative model generates the highest electricity from solar canopies, approximately 3.5 times more than PVs on roofs. The model results in a significant reduction of approximately 35% in the district's total primary energy consumption compared to the base scenario.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMultiphysics and Multiscale Building Physics
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings of the 9th International Building Physics Conference (IBPC 2024) Volume 2: Urban Physics and Energy Efficiency
EditorsUmberto Berardi
Place of PublicationSingapore, Singapore
PublisherSpringer
Pages397-405
Number of pages8
Edition1st
ISBN (Electronic)9789819783090
ISBN (Print)9789819783083, 9789819783113
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Dec 2024

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Civil Engineering
PublisherSpringer
Volume553
ISSN (Print)2366-2557

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