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Journal Article


Journal TitleBS news
Article TitleDesigning building services: how improved solar shading influences the ventilation strategy
AuthorO'Sullivan, Paul
Page(s)pp14-22
DateJuly / August 2008
Contenttext, illustrations
Note(s)The art of shading is an important aspect of the energy performance of a building and must be considered relative to the specific needs of the facade. ; Article looks at the impact on solar cooling load per unit floor area by adjusting both the glazing specification and the shading solution and how these affect selection of a suitable ventilation strategy.
Subject(s)ventilation