Building energy code advisor

This paper presents a decision support system (DSS), named Building Energy Code Advisor, that aims to: (i) check if the early design of the exterior envelope complies with Model National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (MNECCB) [1] requirements, (ii) provide technical advice on how to improve the design according to the code, and (iii) be a learning
tool about the MNECCB. The system contains the code requirements for all building envelope  subsystems such as wall, window, roof or exterior door. The impact of air infiltration rate on the annual  thermal loads is also evaluated.