Numerical Investigation of the Influence of Vegetation on the Aero-Thermal Performance of Buildings with Courtyards in Hot Climates

Natural ventilation is an energy-efficient way to provide fresh air and enhance indoor comfort levels. The wind-driven natural in courtyards has been investigated by many researchers, particularly the influence of spatial configuration environmental parameters on thermal performance. However, previous research mainly focused courtyard region instead spaces surrounding it. Additionally, as a microclimate regulator, are rarely assessed terms impact vegetation, including its energy consumption comfort. Evapotranspiration from vegetation can help lower temperature environment and, therefore, buildings with should be evaluated. present study investigates aero-thermal conditions hot climates. Computational fluid dynamics was employed evaluate different configurations vegetation. modeling validated using works’ experimental data, good agreement observed. Thermal indices were used assess also evaluated cover, height planting area courtyard. results this develop tools that assist addition maximize their effects. Future works will focus looking at strategies designs layouts courtyards.