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- Title
The Green Cooling Factor: Eco-Innovative Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Solutions in Building Design.
- Authors
Ali, Bashar Mahmood; Akkaş, Mehmet
- Abstract
This research investigates the compatibility of conventional air conditioning with the principles of green building, highlighting the need for systems that enhance indoor comfort while aligning with environmental sustainability. Though proficient in regulating indoor temperatures, conventional cooling systems encounter several issues when incorporated into green buildings. These include energy waste, high running costs, and misalignment with eco-friendly practices, which may also lead to detrimental environmental effects and potentially reduce occupant comfort, particularly in retrofit situations. Given the emphasis on sustainability and energy conservation in green buildings, there is a pressing demand for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions that support these goals. This study emphasises the critical need to reconsider traditional HVAC strategies in the face of green building advances. It advocates for the adoption of innovative HVAC technologies designed for eco-efficiency and enhanced comfort. These technologies should integrate seamlessly with sustainable construction, use greener refrigerants, and uphold environmental integrity, driving progress towards a sustainable and occupant-friendly built environment.
- Subjects
ENERGY conservation in buildings; GREEN technology; NATURAL ventilation; SUSTAINABLE buildings; VENTILATION; SUSTAINABLE construction; BUILT environment; AIR conditioning
- Publication
Applied Sciences (2076-3417), 2024, Vol 14, Issue 1, p195
- ISSN
2076-3417
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/app14010195