Building Height and Net Zero; How High Can You Go?
Can a net zero energy building be one story? Two stories? Building type, façade and site conditions all contribute to net zero energy capabilities in a multistory building. Envelope needs, occupant needs and system efficiencies are all part of a building’s energy consumption. This article discusses a two story building in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and illustrates the available building floor space that theoretically can be supported by a roof-mounted renewable energy (solar) technology.
Units: Dual
Citation: ASHRAE Journal, vol. 51, no. 9, September 2009
Product Details
- Published:
- 2009
- Number of Pages:
- 7
- File Size:
- 1 file , 650 KB
- Product Code(s):
- D-AJ09Sep02
