Towards Energy Demand Reduction in Social Housing Buildings: Envelope System Optimization Strategies

This work evaluates the potential for the reduction of energy demand in residential buildings by acting on the exterior envelope, both in newly constructed buildings and in the retrofitting of existing stock. It focuses on analysing social housing buildings in Mediterranean areas and on quantifying...

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Main Authors: Paula M. Esquivias, Angel L. León, Juan J. Sendra, Samuel Domínguez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-07-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/5/7/2263