Building to Net Zero in the Developing World

Buildings

Simi Hoque²  Nabila Iqbal¹ 

[1] Department of Architecture and Design, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, USA; E-Mail:;Department of Environmental Conservation, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, USA

关键词: net zero energy buildings;    residential;    tropics;    Panama;   

DOI  :  10.3390/buildings5010056

来源: mdpi

【 摘 要 】

This paper discusses the design of a zero energy home in Panama. The standards for zero site energy as well as other performance factors are used as the basis for the analysis. A description of the construction type, energy use, active and renewable systems, and other features of this particular zero energy building are provided to facilitate a better understanding of efficient and sustainable residential design for hot-humid climates. This understanding is critical to facilitating net zero energy building development in developing regions of the world.

【 授权许可】

CC BY   
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