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Optimal Window-to-Wall Ratio (WWR) for Perceived Satisfaction with Natural Ventilation: A Post-Occupancy Evaluation in Affordable Housing of Kolkata, India

International Journal of Civil Engineering
This study’s purpose was to identify the optimal Window-to-Wall Ratio (WWR) that maximises homebuyers’ perceived satisfaction with natural ventilation in affordable housing in the hot and humid climate of Kolkata, India. The methodology employed a rigorous, user-centric, quantitative approach.
Sujoy Biswas, Arjun Mukerji
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Design of Double‐Sided Optical Coatings for Space Cooling Through Vertical Windows

Advanced Photonics Research, Volume 6, Issue 6, June 2025.
Dual‐sided radiative cooling glass (DSRCG) utilizes the optical properties of epsilon‐near‐zero materials and ITO to exhibit directional emission toward the outdoor space, facilitating the heat dissipation of the glass, while exhibiting low emission toward the enclosure.
Hyunkyu Kwak, Do Hyeon Kim, Young Min Song   +2 more
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Energy Efficiency Comparison of ECBC–2023 and IECC–2021 for Residential Buildings in Different Climate Zones of Pakistan

Engineering Reports, Volume 7, Issue 4, April 2025.
Flowchart for building energy comparison of ECBC–2023 and IECC–2021. ABSTRACT This study presents a comparative analysis of the energy‐saving potential of the newly developed Pakistani regulation, the Energy Conservation Building Code–2023, and the International Energy Conservation Code–2021 for residential buildings in Pakistan.
Muhammad Osama Aziz, Muhammad Abbas, Fakhre Alam Khan, Naveed Ahmad, Fazli Yazdan, Hamad Aftab, Mohammad Irshad Khan, Zahid Ullah   +7 more
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Effect of Wall, Roof, and Window‐to‐Wall Ratio on the Cooling and Heating Load of a Building in India

Energy Science &Engineering, Volume 13, Issue 3, Page 1255-1279, March 2025.
ABSTRACT This study examines the impact of various combinations of walls, roofs, and window‐to‐wall ratios (WWRs) on the cooling and heating loads of residential buildings in India's composite climatic zone. Utilizing EnergyPlus and eQuest simulations, the thermal performance of three building types is analyzed across 32 cases involving two types of ...
Asim Ahmad, Om Prakash, L. S. Brar, Kashif Irshad, S. M. Mozammil Hasnain, Prabhu Paramasivam, Abinet Gosaye Ayanie   +6 more
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Examining the Impact of the Radiant Heat Absorption Coefficient of Building Facade Openings on Energy Consumption (Case Study: A Residential House) [PDF]

Iranian Journal of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
Sustainable development cannot be achieved without considering energy consumption and the environmental impact on human life. Although the exterior facade of a building is often chosen for its aesthetic appeal, it plays a crucial role in determining the ...
Xiaoli Li, Jiaqi Zhao, Jiajun Jiao, Wenhui Zuo   +3 more
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Quantifying the Influence of Window-to-Wall Ratio (WWR) on Indoor Air Quality and Thermal Comfort: Classroom Study in Hot Arid Climates

IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
Abstract Effective natural ventilation through well-designed windows plays a pivotal role in creating a healthy classroom environment, impacting students positively by ensuring fresh air, minimizing indoor pollutants, and maintaining comfortable temperatures.
Mai Mostafa Hassieb, Ayman Ragab, Abdelaziz Farouk Mohamed   +2 more
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The Influence of Design Parameters on the Operational Energy Carbon Emissions of a Commercial Building in Pakistan

Engineering Reports, Volume 7, Issue 2, February 2025.
The investigation of the effects of the building's orientation, window‐to‐wall ratio, and shading coefficient (SC) on the operational carbon reduction and peak cooling total load (PCTL) of the Plaza commercial building in Lahore, Pakistan (ASHRAE zone 1B).
Fakhre Alam Khan, Muhammad Aashan, Muhammad Azhar, Farooq Ahmad, Muhammad Saad, Zahid Ullah   +5 more
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Optimizing Building Envelope Performance: Green Facade Materials and Their Effects on Peak Heating Load and Carbon Emissions in Pakistan

The Journal of Engineering, Volume 2025, Issue 1, January/December 2025.
This study evaluates the impact of low‐carbon green facade materials on peak heating load and operational carbon emissions (kg equiv. CO2) for a hospital in Murree, Pakistan. Eight wall materials, including lightweight and heavyweight concrete blocks, burnt clay bricks, and fly ash bricks, were analysed.
Fakhre Alam Khan, Muhammad Azhar, Muhammad Aashan, Zahid Ullah   +3 more
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Spatial Scale, Enclosure, and Material Impacts on Micro-Housing Perception: Multimodal Physiological Evidence

Buildings
Micro-housing has gained prominence as a sustainable urban residential solution, yet the impact of its spatial design on occupants’ perceptual and physiological responses remains underexplored.
Ping Shu, Jiawei Wang, Lijun Wang, Dengjun Ren, Zihua Jin   +4 more
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Enhanced Energy Sharing and Management Between Cross‐Harbour Zero‐Emission Buildings Based on a Combination of Electric Ferries and Deck‐on Electric Vehicles With Grid Integrations

International Journal of Energy Research, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
The current challenge in zero‐emission buildings lies in aligning renewable energy sources with energy consumption, which needs to be addressed. Excessive mismatch can affect the performance of zero‐emission buildings and the stability of the electricity grid. Energy sharing emerges as a viable solution to optimise energy distribution effectively.
Shijie Zhou, Xinman Guo, Sunliang Cao, Ahmed Fathy   +3 more
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