On December 2, 2024, the SySi Team of KU Leuven participated in the IBPSA-NVL study day, an event focused on “Building Simulations in a Changing Climate: Best Practices.” Held at TU Eindhoven. The event gathered experts and researchers to discuss cutting-edge developments in building performance simulations and featured discussions on climate-resilient design, the impact of climate change on energy systems, and innovative modeling techniques.

Our Partner Jelger Jansen from KU Leuven presented findings from the SEEDS project, specifically focusing on the De Schipjes pilot site. His presentation highlighted the effect of weather and occupancy prediction uncertainties on the performance of a Model Predictive Controller (MPC) applied to a district heating system, showcasing how the SEEDS project is working towards optimizing energy efficiency in real-world scenarios.

By showcasing the De Schipjes pilot site, Jelger Jangsen created a study case that shows how weather prediction uncertainties affect MPC performance, and which design methods were used within the SEEDS project. and the importance of extreme weather files for stress testing, ensuring that district heating systems remain robust even under extreme climate conditions.

By addressing these uncertainties, the SEEDS project contributes to developing more adaptive and resilient energy systems capable of handling unpredictable weather patterns and occupancy behaviors. This research is particularly relevant in the context of climate change, where ensuring the efficiency and stability of heating systems is becoming increasingly critical.