MBEP Student Wins Project STASIO 2026 Annual Competition

The infographic entry by Supraja presented a comparative analysis of condenser technologies and their impact on cooling electricity consumption for an office building located in the composite climate of Amritsar, India. Three condenser configurations — air-cooled, evaporative-cooled, and water-cooled systems — are evaluated through building energy simulations to examine their operational performance and annual energy implications.

System schematics, simulation parameters, and annual electricity consumption data were organized through a clear comparative framework, enabling direct evaluation of each condenser strategy. The monthly energy analysis highlighted seasonal variations in cooling performance, demonstrating that water-cooled condensers maintain the lowest and most stable electricity consumption throughout the year.

The work further revealed the climatic sensitivity of evaporative-cooled systems, where performance declines during monsoon periods due to elevated humidity levels reducing evaporative cooling effectiveness. Through layered visualization, structured data hierarchy, and climate-responsive interpretation, the infographic by Supraja communicated the relationship between condenser technology, seasonal performance, and building energy efficiency in a concise and visually engaging narrative.

Project STASIO is a globally relevant platform for effective and innovative communication of complex simulation results. Project STASIO is jointly run by ASHRAE 209 Committee members and IBPSA USA. 

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