Evaluation of Developing Net Zero Energy Buildings in Northern Cyprus

In 21th century, the topics of energy and relevant issues involved the different sectors with several challenges. In past years, advent of greenhouse gas emission from consumption of fossil fuels in building sector, showed the importance of optimizing energy use in this sector more than every time. It is estimated that, energy consumption in building sector is growing up by growth in population and increasing for building demand. Hence, approaching sustainable and efficient residential and commercial buildings has been a priority for energy policy makers. Recently, building community is aimed to develop Net Zero Energy Buildings as much as it is possible. Net Zero Energy Buildings accepted as efficient buildings, which are smart choice to reduce energy consumption while maximizing comfort for occupants. Northern Cyprus is almost completely dependent on hydrocarbon fuels to cover energy requirements. On the other hand, Mediterranean climate conditions caused, buildings demand a significant share of energy to meet their heating and cooling loads. The concept of Net Zero Energy Buildings might be effective to modify energy consumption pattern. Hence, this study attempts to evaluate developing of Net Zero Energy homes and is purposed to provide strategies and guidelines with special focusing on utilization of PV panels to achieve Net Zero Energy homes in Northern Cyprus.