Silpa Inc Profile

Together we transform buildings and communities

into supportive, strengthening, and sustaining

forces that will reinstate environmental balances, reinforce natural

coexistence, and invigorate health, well-being & prosperity

S I M P L E . S C I E N T I F I C . S U S T A I N A B L E SILPA

O U R V I S I O N

OUR APPROACH

Silpa’s streamlined processes enable us to handle multiple projects simultaneously with

quick turnaround times and very competitive prices. By segregating tasks

and quality controls, precision of simulation results are improved, more comprehensive

simulations can be run easier, and the end results more accurately represent

the implemented energy conservation measures - ultimately aiding the

client and getting the most out of their sustainable decisions.

At Silpa, we strive to obtain new knowledge that focuses on green building needs,

which will result in new or improved products, processes, systems or services. Our

core services are three-fold:

SIMULATE: Computational simulation of building and natural systems to

analyze and improve energy efficiency and, in the larger context, sustainability.

FACILITATE: Facilitation of green building certifications.

EDUCATE: Knowledge dissemination through educational workshops & seminars.

THE INDUSTRY

The explosive growth of sustainable building, and specifically

building energy simulation, has left the market desperately

searching for technical experts. This problem is exacerbated by the

fact that the demand for building energy simulation is growing at

a disproportionate rate to the number of technical experts entering

the market. Dissecting the situation reveals three main problems:

Lack of technical expertise and knowledge, no established quality

controls and processes, and inflated pricing. The market is asking for

a solution, but even the current players in the field are not able to

completely satisfy the need.

Silpa’s Solution is to give the market

exactly what it is asking for and more, by

pairing Expert Knowledge and

Quality Driven Controls


01 SIMULATE 02 FACILITATE 03 EDUCATE

QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL

The processs-based system developed and implemented by Silpa is one of our

greatest advantages; it enables simulation results with a higher degree

of accuracy and consistency. This system works by breaking down the

complicated methodology of simulation into subcomponents, that are easy to

control and monitor allowing a much more precise level of review and quality

assessment, which is done by Silpa’s building simulationists.

An additional service that Silpa provides is energy modeling review. Silpa is

able to utilize this process-based system to effectively assess other models and

provide quick feeback on accuracy and validity of simulation results.

IN-BUILT PEER REVIEW

With the sustainable and energy modeling field being so new, peer

review is an invaluable component to ensure a quality product. With

this in mind Silpa has partnered up with various experts in the field

to create its own in-built peer review system.

During the course of each project, there are several checks by these

experts to ensure that the end outcome is a quality product for both

Silpa and the client.

Silpa’s team includes technical-review

experts from various technical

fields helping ensure a quality

product.


01 PROCESS-BASED 02 BREAKING IT DOWN 03 TECHNICAL REVIEW

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At Silpa, we use state-of-the-art simulation tools and technologies to assess

building materials, energy use, lighting and airflow behaviors. Our powerful

combination of research and industry expertise enables us to provide high-

quality, cost-effective sustainable solutions.

Simulation provides a technical and quantitative assessment of a building’s

proposed and/or current design in order to make informed decisions on energy

conservation measures.

Our simulation expertise covers services in:

THERMAL & ENERGY

SHADING & DAYLIGHTING

WATER & WASTEWATER

LEED® AND BEYOND...

Silpa understands the ins and outs of the LEED® certification,

especially in regards to energy modeling. LEED® requires

adherence to strict guidelines, including Appendix G from

ASHRAE 901.-2004. While Silpa is extremely knowledgeable of

these guidelines and how to produce an energy model compliant

for a LEED submittal, our service does not stop there, though.

Included in our energy modeling service is a thorough assessment

of the building for any additional Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) that

may be implemented.

Additionally, during the energy modeling process, Silpa is able to

provide valuable input for decision making. By testing out various

design and HVAC scenarios Silpa can save significant amounts of

money and time for its clients.

Silpa will strive to make each project not

only energy efficient but also

cost efficient.

01 SIMULATE

01 THERMAL & ENERGY 02 SHADING & DAYLIGHT 03 WATER & WASTEWATER


Energy simulation is perhaps one of the most useful analyses one can do when

designing a green building. Ideally, Silpa starts with the project team at the

conceptual stage and provides an analysis at various levels:

BUILDING ENVELOPE DESIGN: Shape & Orientation Optimization,

Facade Optimization

When Silpa is involved in the beginning stages of a project, the team is able to

quickly assess and suggest any design changes to the building envelope, enabling

the client to make informed decisions. At the same time, Silpa is able to take into

account value-engineering inputs and work directly with the project team to help

manage project cost.

MECHANICAL DESIGN: Minimized Reliance on Mechanical & Electrical

Systems, Integration of Renewable Energy

Once the schematic design of the building begins to be solidified, Silpa works

alongside with the MEP to aid in analysis of the mechanical design and additional

energy conservation measures that can be implemented to provide additional

savings. Silpa is able to break down the different components that aid in energy

savings, giving MEPs an insight into which variables to focus on.

01 SIMULATE: THERMAL & ENERGY

Shape & Orientation Optimization,

Facade Optimization, Thermal Loads, Minimized

Reliance on Mechanical & Electrical

Systems, Characterization of Energy Use, Integration of

Renewable Energy


At Silpa, we use the latest technology to model the effects of the sun on each of

our projects. Our engineers calculate heat loads and daylight quality throughout

the building and use these results to identify problematic areas. Trial simulations

are then run with different window glazing and wall types to show the possible

strategies available to each of our clients. This analysis is paired with our energy

models to provide an in-depth study of the building and find the most efficient

methods to cut energy costs.

We integrate daylighting in our energy modeling work to identify additional energy

savings.

A detailed daylighting study in office spaces

demonstrated that a 25 footcandle threshold was

met to comply with the LEED® standard.

Daylighting study permitted for selection of the optimal glazing type and indoor material reflectivity.

01 SIMULATE: SHADING & DAYLIGHT


Daylight Optimization using

Parametric Studies, Optimal

Visible Transmittance, Reflectance

Study, Daylight and Solar Heat Gain

Optimization, Fenestration

Life Cycle Cost, Characterization of

Daylighting

Silpa addresses how rainwater can be collected and then conveyed to non-potable

water systems such as irrigation, toilet flushing, and/or building wash water.

These water reuse approaches comprise common and accepted beneficial uses of

harvested rainwater.

Runoff characteristics of grass and landscape areas, roads and driveways, and other

uncovered paved areas are determined and modeled to understand the impacts

of current designs and suggested strategies. Additionally, Silpa will help identify

the right flush and flow fixtures to achieve the desired savings. The end goal is to

minimize reliance on water / potable water, and understand the water use or its

characterization.

Such an approach will result in reduced water consumption. Besides, the water

balancing approach will aid in achieving LEED® Certification credits - all Water

Efficiency credits (WEc1 - 3), Sustainable Sites’s Stormwater Quality & Quantity

(SSc6.1 & 6.2).

01 SIMULATE: WATER & WASTEWATER


Minimized Reliance on Water,

Characterization of Water Use, Integration of

Rainwater harvesting, Graywater

Recycling , Low-Flow Fixtures,

Stormwater Strategies,

Water Treatment

WHOLE BUILDING APPROACH

At Silpa, a whole building approach is undertaken for building

projects of any size, type, and function. Silpa helps in verifying

that the project is compliant with the required strategies, and

provides creative strategies resulting not only in achievement of

the desired rating level, but also a reputation as a more unique

green building.

With Silpa’s understanding of the ins and outs of the LEED®

system, efficiency in the project timeline greatly increases - an

important factor for any client or developer.

Silpa aims at balancing Energy & Water Consumption at a

very early phase of building design.

In addition to Silpa’s technical expertise in building simulation, the Silpa team is

extremely versant in the LEED® Certification process. Today, most green buildings

are opting to certify themselves using the LEED® certification system, which has

become the international standard. Silpa has developed a process integrated into

the construction and building simulation timeline that helps facilitate the project in

achieving the desired rating level (Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum) in an efficient

manner.

01 FEASIBILIT Y STUDY 02 FACILITATION 03 DOCUMENTATION

02 FACILITATE: LEED® CERTIFICATION


Simply put, sustainable practices and techniques should and must be taught and

learned at an even quicker pace than the current situation. Thus, Silpa strives to not

just provide its knowledge as an application, but also to spread it through teaching

and collaboration.

By conducting technical reviews and workshops, Silpa elevates the knowledge of

professionals already in the field, and via LEED® exam preparation Silpa can help

those that are not yet involved in sustainability, become involved. We at Silpa use

every opportunity to increase our expertise and have already begun alliances with

organizations such as the University of Florida.

KNOWLEDGE ALLIANCES

Sustainability, in the more global sense, will only succeed if we

think from a more communal standpoint. While incorporating

sustainable practices can aid in marketing from a developer’s

standpoint, and in operation costs from energy savings, one

needs to realize that these practices truly are helping the world’s

current environmental crisis, and so should always be open to

share knowledge.

Silpa teamed up with Powell Center for Construction & Environment, University

of Florida to conduct LEED® AP

examination training in US, Dubai & India

03 EDUCATE: KNOWLEDGE DISSEMINATION

01 EXAM PREP TRAINING 02 TECHNICAL REVIEWS 03 WORKSHOPS


OUR TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Silpa ensures that there is advanced level of expert knowledge at each

stage of our business. The expert knowledge in Silpa is three-fold.

ADVISORY BOARD: Silpa’s advisory board comprises of highly accomplished

professionals in the field of sustainability.

TECHNICAL REVIEW TEAM: The technical review team is comprised of researchers

from top-tier universities and other practicing professionals. With building

simulation being relatively a new field, peer review is an invaluable component.

TECHNICAL CORE TEAM: Silpa has individuals with several years of experience in

both building simulation and sustainability.

Our experience and technical expertise gives us a rare expansive view of high

performance strategies and emerging technologies.

Recently, Silpa’s energy modeling service

was recognized and elevated to the

next level when Nakheel, one of the

premier developers in Dubai, contracted

Silpa to review the energy modeling work of an internationally

reputed architectural firm’s energy

simulation for their flagship 5.4mil sft

project on the Palm Jumeirah01 ADVISORY BOARD 02 TECH. REVIEW TEAM 03 TECHNICAL CORE TEAM


CHARLES KIBERT PHD, PE, LEED AP

SANDY WIGGINSLEED AP

CHAIRMAN, E3 BANKIMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR, USGBCPRINCIPAL, CONSILIENCE LLC

DIRECTOR, POWELL CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

Known for his commitment to the future of the human

family, Sandy has been a national leader in the Green

Building revolution. Sandy is founder and principal

of Consilience, LLC, a national real estate consultancy

with a mission to build environmentally, socially and

economically sustainable communities. He is also Chair

of e3bank, the nation’s first full service triple bottom line

bank. He is the Immediate Past Chair of the Washington,

D.C. based USGBC, and he continues to serve as a Director

and a member of USGBC’s Executive Committee. Sandy

was Founding Chair of the Green Building Certification

Institute and continues to serve on its board and

Executive Committee. He was also Founding Chair of

Philadelphia based DVGBC. He also currently serves on the

Sustainability Advisory Board of the City of Philadelphia,

the Advisory Board of the Rutgers University Center for

Green Building and as a juror for the Delaware Valley

Smart Growth Alliance.

Dr. Kibert is Holland Professor and immediate past Director

of the M.E. Rinker Sr. School of Building Construction.

He founded and is Director of the Powell Center for

Construction and Environment at the University of Florida.

He founded Task Group 16 (Sustainable Construction) and

cofounded Task Group 39 (Deconstruction) of CIB. He is

co-founder and President of the Cross Creek Initiative, a

non-profit industry/university joint venture seeking to

implement sustainability principles into construction.

He was co-chair of the Curriculum and Accreditation

Committee of the USGBC. His research interests

include sustainable development and construction,

deconstruction, environmental impacts of construction,

construction and demolition debris recycling, and

construction ecology and metabolism. He organized and

teaches the graduate track in Sustainable Construction

at the UFL as well as continuing education courses to

industry on the subject.

Mr. Moore is the President and CEO of Chen and Associates,

a civil and environmental engineering firm located in Ft.

Lauderdale, Florida. He recently worked as the Client

Project Manager for work in Broward County, Pompano

Beach and Fort Lauderdale and continues to be involved

in the successful completion of the related projects.

These projects include sanitary collection improvements,

pump station rehabilitation, transportation engineering

enhancements, water and reclaimed water consulting

along with all other phases of civil engineering design

and neighborhood improvements. Additionally, Mr.

Moore serves as the Assistant City Engineer for the City

of Coral Springs and is the spokesperson for the City’s

Engineering Division. Finally, Mr. Moore serves on the

Chen and Associates QA/QC Committee giving him

a solid foundation in knowing how to maintain the

consistency of quality throughout a firm.

PETER MOOREME, PE

PRESIDENT AND CEOCHEN AND ASSOCIATES

ADVISORY BOARD


S I M P L E . S C I E N T I F I C . S U S T A I N A B L E

Ravi’s expertise is in building simulation

& energy studies, sustainability & high

performance strategies and augmented reality

visualization. Prior to co-founding Silpa Inc,

Ravi Srinivasan was the Project Coordinator

for the University of Pennsylvania Campus

Sustainability Plan, the first ever campus

sustainability plan ever conducted at the

University with 269 acres in West Philadelphia

and 151 buildings housing a variety of

residential halls, libraries, offices, performance

centers, athletic facilities, and retain spaces.

Ravi has over 18 peer-reviewed journal

and conference publications and several

unpublished reports in the field of building

energy and sustainability. Ravi’s publications

in building energy and sustainability have been

cited in a book chapter, several international

journals, conference publications, Doctoral

and Masters Degree dissertations.

HEAD


RAVI SRINIVASANMS(ENGG), MS(ARCH), LEED AP, CEM

Honors & Awards Lifetime “Chartered Legend in Energy” by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) as a mark of distinction to qualified energy professionals. • (2008)

“Top 24 Emerging Environmental Leaders” in the Delaware Valley (Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey) by the Environmental Leadership • Program (ELP). (2007)

“IBPSA Best Paper Award” at the prestigious (held once every two years; two blind reviews) International Building Performance Simulation • Association held in Beijing, China. Publication Title: “Energy Based Decision Support System for Facilities Management: Integration of Data/Web Mining, Knowledge Base and Thermal Simulation.” (2007)

“Young CAADRIA Award” Award is a prestigious award given to selected young researchers for their merits of research and contribution to • the international CAAD community. (2005)

Positions & RecognitionsImmediate Past Board of Director, Delaware Valley Green Building Council (DVGBC), a chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. Its mission • is to advance and promote sustainable and environmentally responsible planning, design, construction and operation of the region’s buildings, landscapes, cities and communities, mindful of the legacy we leave for future generations.

Founder and Immediate Past Chair, Emerging Green Builders Committee, DVGBC. Emerging Green Builders represent a coalition of students • and young professionals intent on promoting the integration of future leaders into the green building movement.

Certified Energy Manager (CEM) & Certified Trainer for CEM by Association of Energy Engineers. Certified Energy Manager recognizes • individuals who have demonstrated high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in the energy management profession. Individuals certified as CEM comprise a “Who’s Who” in the energy management field.

Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Accredited Professional, (LEED AP), U.S. Green Building Council. LEED Professional • Accreditation distinguishes building professionals with the knowledge and skills to successfully steward the LEED certification process.

Notable Building Energy & Sustainability ProjectsUniversity of Pennsylvania Campus Sustainability Plan• The University of Pennsylvania’s campus consists of 269 acres in West Philadelphia, with 151 buildings housing all 12 of the University’s schools as well as a variety of residential halls, libraries, offices, performance centers, athletic facilities, and retail spaces. Fire Evacuation Study of World Trade Center, New York• Fire evacuation modeling of the World Trade Center and discussion of the outcome of the simulation with statistical information. Building Energy-based Decision Support for National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior• The system includes dynamic databases that utilize data/web mining concepts, knowledge-based and goal-driven systems to search and filter the databases based on user preferences, and a thermal simulation engine that predicts the performance of the building features.Building Energy Simulation Audit of Gateway Towers, Dubai (5.4 million sqft building).• Oversee and audit the work of building energy modeling, daylighting and views simulations. Building energy modeling of this scale requires specialized knowledge of identifying and organizing the modeling and accurate data input.

COLLEGE ARMS,WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITYROLE: ENERGY MODELING, DAYLIGHT & VIEWS, LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTIONCERTIFICATION LEVEL: LEED 2009 CERTIFICATIONAREA: 80,000 SFTSTRATEGIES: GEOTHERMAL, HIGH PERFORMANCE GLAZING, BALANCING ENERGY & WATE

HCC INFOTECHROLE:ENERGY MODELING, DAYLIGHT & VIEWS, LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTIONAREA: 1,638,000 SFT

CORAL SPRINGS FIRE STATION ROLE: LEED & CxA CONSULTINGCERTIFICATION LEVEL: SILVERAREA: 13,000 SFTSTRATEGIES: BALANCING ENERGY & WATER CONSUMPTION, LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTION.

CII SNCEL CENTERROLE: LEED & CxA CONSULTINGCERTIFICATION LEVEL: CERTIFIEDAREA: 14,000 SFT

S A M P L E P R O J E C T SPORTFOLIO

BRIGADE-GATEWAY TOWERROLE: ENERGY MODELING, DAYLIGHT & VIEWS SIMULATIONAREA: 1,314,000 SFT

REAL SOFT INCROLE: LEED & CxA CONSULTINGCERTIFICATION LEVEL: PLATINUMAREA: 200,000 SFTSTRATEGIES: BALANCING ENERGY & WATER CONSUMPTION, HIGH PERFORMANCE GLAZING, GRAYWATER RECYCLING, THERMAL STORAGE

5.4 MIL SFT, MIXED USENAKHEEL-GATEWAY TOWERS, DUBAIROLE: ENERGY MODELING, DAYLIGHT & VIEWS, LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTIONCERTIFICATION LEVEL: SILVERAREA : 5.4 MIL SFTSTRATEGIES: HIGH PERFORMANCE GLAZING, SOLAR WATER HEATERS, THERMAL INSULATION

“Silpa’s unique process provides unparalleled

simulation Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) to

ensure accurate and timely results.”SILPA INC

150 N Radnor Chester Rd

Suite F200

Radnor PA 19087 USA

TEL: 1.610.977.2098

FAX: 1.610.977.0043

SILPA GREEN BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES

New # 85, Old # 40D, Ground Floor, I Main Road,

CIT Nagar, Nandanam, Chennai - 600035

TEL: 91.98403.43596

WWW.SILPAINC.COM

SILPA SUSTAINABILITY: INSIDE OUT

Externally, we provide our sustainable services, and internally

we exercise our three pillars of sustainability - strengthen

the enterprise globally, conduct our business sustainably,

and ensure a great working environment for our team.

01 Strengthen the enterprise globallySustainability is not just a business that should be limited to one

region or hemisphere, and for this reason from its onset, Silpa has

had a global perspective with the intent to grow internationally,

being a recognized name in all aspects of sustainability.

02 Conduct businesses in sustainabilityForeseeing ourselves as an international corporation, social

responsibility is an important concern to Silpa. For this reason, Silpa

has taken on the goal of not placing itself in any opportunistic field

but rather one that can have a greater impact on our current world.

03 Ensure a great working environment for Silpa teamOne cannot have a successful company without a pleasant work

environment and content employees. Our goal is not only to please

our clients, but also each and every employee at Silpa.


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