Recent evidence available in the literature has highlighted that high-energy consumption rate associated with air conditioning leads to undesired “overcooling” condition arid-climate regions. To this end, study quantified effects of increasing cooling setpoint temperature on reducing energy and CO2 emissions mitigate overcooling. DesignBuilder software was used simulate performance a generic bu...

Abstract The analysis is based on the results of computer simulation by using DesignBUILDER software. In multi dwelling house assessed. There are standard building constructions used like as brick wall with polystyrene thermal insulation, Windows plastic frame and double glazing flat roof insulation from without gravel layer. this considered so called green walls, that localized at eastern, sou...

Glazed curtain wall systems have become indispensable particularly in office buildings due to their light weight, aesthetic appearance, easy installation and resistance climate conditions. Curtain walls however, also problems terms of thermal efficiency because wide, glazing windows metal frames that high conductivity. The aim this study is offer proposals for improving the performance an build...

The present study provides insights into the energy-saving potential of a membrane energy recovery ventilator (ERV) for management building air-conditioning loads. This explores direct (DEC), Maisotsenko cycle (MEC) evaporative cooling, and vapor compression (VAC) systems with ERV. Therefore, this aims to explore possible options in terms temperature, relative humidity, human thermal comfort, w...

Abstract The building sector consumes ~30% of the primary energy consumption. Energy retrofitting buildings contributes greatly to reducing consumption and carbon emissions. This research aims at revealing potential savings resulting from applying strategies office in hot arid climate. study is applied on Cairo, Egypt, representing case was selected be an existing with area 12 000 m2. simulatio...

Buildings are among the main reasons for deterioration of world environment as they responsible a large percentage CO2 emissions related to energy. For this reason, it is necessary find solutions problem. This research project consists constructing metamodel an urbanization located in Panama, Herrera province. The classification and systematization its elements, using software DesignBuilder Sys...

Offices and retail spaces are among the most energy-intensive building typologies. Designing office buildings without proper consideration of their form, orientation, envelope, and other variables can lead to a considerable increase in energy usage. This research investigates how integrated usage of an atrium and courtyard can improve a building’s energy performance. Thermal performance of both...