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Building Energy End-use Study (BEES)

The original Building Energy End-use Study (BEES) ran 2007–2013 and monitored and analysed energy and water consumption of non-residential buildings. This research was the first of its kind to be done in New Zealand.

A new project pilot study, BEES 2.0, is examining energy demand and flexibility in non-residential buildings, focusing on hospitals with the intention of subsequently developing into a larger multi-year project.

  • About BEES

    BEES research provided new understanding of resource use and indoor environments in non-residential buildings. This pinpointed where energy and water efficiency improvements can make the biggest impact.

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  • How data was collected

    Data collected from non-residential buildings around New Zealand showed where the highest energy and water savings could be achieved and informed modelling and forecasting work.

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  • Analysis and results

    Data collected was analysed to find the answers to a series of research questions defined at the beginning of the BEES project.

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  • BEES for energy modelling

    The data collected through BEES was used to create thermal simulation models of buildings.

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  • Publications and presentations

    Results, and outputs, of the Building Energy End-Use Study (BEES) research.

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  • Research team and funding

    Members of the BEES research team and other supporters.

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Updated: 21 January 2025