BuildingSync
Stored: BuildingSync
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Building Technologies Office |
| Top Organization | Department of Energy |
| Creation Legislation | N/A |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | Provides an XML schema to standardize building energy data exchange, streamlining audit and retrofit workflows for better efficiency and decisions. |
| Program Start | 2013 |
| Initial Funding | |
| Duration | Indefinite |
| Historic | No |
BuildingSync is an initiative by the Building Technologies Office (BTO) that offers an XML schema for standardizing the way building energy performance data, particularly from audits and retrofits, is documented and shared. By facilitating interoperability among various software platforms, BuildingSync aims to improve the efficiency of energy efficiency programs, support better decision-making, and promote the adoption of energy-saving measures.[1]
Goals
- Standardize the documentation of building energy performance data.[2]
- Enhance data exchange between different energy management tools and platforms.
- Support energy efficiency policy and program implementation with data-driven insights.
Organization
BuildingSync is managed by the Building Technologies Office within the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). It's developed with support from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and involves a collaborative community of developers, auditors, and policymakers. Funding comes from DOE's budget for energy efficiency research and standards.
The leader of the program might hold the title/position of BuildingSync Project Coordinator or similar at NREL or BTO.
Partners
No specific partnerships are listed, but BuildingSync works with a broad community of stakeholders in the building energy sector.
History
BuildingSync was developed starting in 2013, following the need for a standardized approach to document and share building energy data. It was part of DOE's broader initiative to improve energy efficiency in buildings, aligning with the Building Energy Data Exchange Specification (BEDES). Over time, BuildingSync has seen adoption by various software tools and has been used in energy efficiency programs across different states and organizations, contributing to the simplification of data processes in energy management.
Funding
While specific funding details are not publicly detailed, BuildingSync's development and maintenance are supported by DOE's allocations for building energy efficiency, particularly through BTO's focus on data standardization and software development.
Implementation
Implementation involves:
- Development and updates to the BuildingSync XML schema.
- Promotion of its use among software developers, energy auditors, and policy makers.
- Integration into existing and new software tools for energy audit reporting and retrofit planning.
BuildingSync is intended to be an ongoing resource, evolving with the needs of the energy sector.
Related
External links
- https://buildingsync.net
- wikipedia:BuildingSync
Social media
- No specific social media accounts for BuildingSync; follow DOE or NREL for updates.
References
- ↑ "BuildingSync". https://buildingsync.net. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "BuildingSync". https://buildingsync.net. Retrieved January 30, 2025.