Scoping study of design and thermal performance in the desert built environment

Scoping study of design and thermal performance in the desert built environment Report

DKCRC Research Report

• Author(s): Duell, M, De Boer, F, Enthaler, C, Anda, M, James, G, Zappavigna, L, Bibra, G, Hughes, Z, Boyle, G
• Published: 2006
• Publisher: Desert Knowledge CRC
• Volume: 14

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Abstract: This report examines the internal climates of buildings in desert communities, their design and passive climate control characteristics and the energy used for active heating and cooling. The primary outputs of this report are: • A review of the literature on building energy efficiency • A review of models and their applicability to the desert built environment • A review of the applicability of the Building Code of Australia for desert communities • An improved understanding of energy usages and costs associated with active climate control in buildings in remote desert communities • A greater appreciation and understanding of opportunities for energy conservation through passive climate control and appropriate building design • A platform for future improved modelling of buildings, improved data on suitable design and improved practical recommendations and guidelines, allowing for more informed decision making when designing and retrofitting • A greater awareness of Aboriginal cultural and other user issues related to building design • Identification of knowledge gaps that directly or indirectly influence thermal performance of the remote desert built environment.

• Urls: http://www.nintione.com.au/resource/DKCRC-Report-14-Housing-Design-and-Thermal-Performance.pdf, https://web.archive.org/web/20180405131544/http://www.desertknowledgecrc.com.au/resource/DKCRC-Report-14-Housing-Design-and-Thermal-Performance.pdf
• Publisher Location: Alice Springs