19 news/AdobeStock_272103240_C.jpeg published 0eabe2e0-aa15-4187-8c08-5ddf0ecc85ac eng Participating in the COLLECTiEF Survey: Making Buildings More Energy Efficient and Comfortable The COLLECTiEF project is developing innovative algorithm control strategies that aim to not only smart up different types of buildings and their legacy equipment on a large scale to help us save energy but also to prioritise individual preferences regarding thermal comfort. These algorithms can adapt to the unique needs of the occupants, creating an environment that is personalised and efficient.

To make sure that our system will be effective and will not only meet the environmental and energy needs of the buildings but also ensure better comfort to their occupants, we are going to test our systems in 14 buildings across four pilot sites in Europe (Norway, Italy, Cyprus and France). While the first testing phase has been completed in a controlled environment at G2Elab in Grenoble, we are now entering a delicate phase with the large-scale demonstration. At this stage, the active involvement of building occupants is crucial and essential for successfully implementing the COLLECTiEF system in real environments.

So, how do we collect the data necessary for ensuring the successful deployment of such algorithms? The answer is a simple yet powerful tool – a Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) questionnaire.

 

The COLLECTiEF Survey

Tenants and occupants of the apartments, classrooms, offices and rooms as part of the piloting phase are asked to fill out the POE a couple of times per week to give us feedback on their status and comfort levels. The survey is easily accessible through a QR code printed on posters that can be scanned with a smartphone.

The COLLECTiEF survey consists of two main sections, each designed to gather essential data for developing these groundbreaking algorithms.

The first section collects personal information such as age, body type, clothing, and current activity. The questions are designed to understand the unique context and requirements of each respondent, ensuring that the system can cater to their specific needs.

The second section delves more specifically into thermal comfort preferences, with questions about temperature and various comfort aspects in the current environment. These responses are critical in helping us shape a more comfortable and energy-efficient space for the occupant.

The questionnaire can be submitted with a simple click, and the results are transmitted directly to our server, where data are stored to be analysed by our researchers. The input and data we collect at this stage are an invaluable starting point for developing our smart algorithms.

 

Why participate

- Personalised Comfort: Imagine a building that knows exactly how to keep you comfortable, reducing the need for constant manual adjustments. By participating in the COLLECTiEF survey, users can contribute to developing systems that adapt to their unique thermal preferences and daily habits.

- Energy Efficiency: Smarter systems will ensure that resources are used efficiently, helping to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact. Our algorithms aim to save energy by matching needs and requests more efficiently.

- Sustainable Future: Building designs and control systems that prioritise energy conservation can have a significant positive impact on the environment. By supporting our research and activities, we can make a big leap toward the greater goal of sustainability.

 

COLLECTiEF has a big ambition: to revolutionise how we approach building management, energy conservation, and overall comfort. By participating in our survey, tenants and occupants in our pilot buildings are helping us shape a future where buildings are not just structures but dynamic, intelligent spaces that prioritise personal comfort while conserving energy. Together, we can make a real difference.

]]> /news/19/participating-in-the-collectief-survey-making-buildings-more-energy-efficient-and-comfortable 19 eng Participating in the COLLECTiEF Survey: Making Buildings More Energy Efficient and Comfortable The COLLECTiEF project is developing innovative algorithm control strategies that aim to not only smart up different types of buildings and their legacy equipment on a large scale to help us save energy but also to prioritise individual preferences regarding thermal comfort. These algorithms can adapt to the unique needs of the occupants, creating an environment that is personalised and efficient.

To make sure that our system will be effective and will not only meet the environmental and energy needs of the buildings but also ensure better comfort to their occupants, we are going to test our systems in 14 buildings across four pilot sites in Europe (Norway, Italy, Cyprus and France). While the first testing phase has been completed in a controlled environment at G2Elab in Grenoble, we are now entering a delicate phase with the large-scale demonstration. At this stage, the active involvement of building occupants is crucial and essential for successfully implementing the COLLECTiEF system in real environments.

So, how do we collect the data necessary for ensuring the successful deployment of such algorithms? The answer is a simple yet powerful tool – a Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) questionnaire.

 

The COLLECTiEF Survey

Tenants and occupants of the apartments, classrooms, offices and rooms as part of the piloting phase are asked to fill out the POE a couple of times per week to give us feedback on their status and comfort levels. The survey is easily accessible through a QR code printed on posters that can be scanned with a smartphone.

The COLLECTiEF survey consists of two main sections, each designed to gather essential data for developing these groundbreaking algorithms.

The first section collects personal information such as age, body type, clothing, and current activity. The questions are designed to understand the unique context and requirements of each respondent, ensuring that the system can cater to their specific needs.

The second section delves more specifically into thermal comfort preferences, with questions about temperature and various comfort aspects in the current environment. These responses are critical in helping us shape a more comfortable and energy-efficient space for the occupant.

The questionnaire can be submitted with a simple click, and the results are transmitted directly to our server, where data are stored to be analysed by our researchers. The input and data we collect at this stage are an invaluable starting point for developing our smart algorithms.

 

Why participate

- Personalised Comfort: Imagine a building that knows exactly how to keep you comfortable, reducing the need for constant manual adjustments. By participating in the COLLECTiEF survey, users can contribute to developing systems that adapt to their unique thermal preferences and daily habits.

- Energy Efficiency: Smarter systems will ensure that resources are used efficiently, helping to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact. Our algorithms aim to save energy by matching needs and requests more efficiently.

- Sustainable Future: Building designs and control systems that prioritise energy conservation can have a significant positive impact on the environment. By supporting our research and activities, we can make a big leap toward the greater goal of sustainability.

 

COLLECTiEF has a big ambition: to revolutionise how we approach building management, energy conservation, and overall comfort. By participating in our survey, tenants and occupants in our pilot buildings are helping us shape a future where buildings are not just structures but dynamic, intelligent spaces that prioritise personal comfort while conserving energy. Together, we can make a real difference.

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