Drawing inspiration from the veinous ears of jackrabbits and elephants, Drexel University researchers have come up with a new ...

In the U.S., it's still easier for developers to pass on the cost of cooling homes to residents rather than invest in passive ...

Passive radiative cooling utilizes that thermal energy can leave an object in the form of infrared radiation. All objects emit heat as infrared light -- trees, buildings, water and even humans.

The Passive House certification process typically unfolds in two phases, the first being instruction on building science, which includes study of thermal environment, air quality, high-performance ...

Every summer, heatwaves keep smashing records. The World Meteorological Organization reported that the past seven years were ...

Initial estimates for a 100,000-square-foot building may have begun with AHU airflow rates of approximately 100,000 cfm for peak summer cooling loads. Heating loads, depending on climate zones, ...

In contrast, passive radiative cooling technologies, which use outer space as a near-limitless natural heat sink, have been extensively examined as a means of energy-efficient cooling for buildings.

Significantly enhanced sub-ambient passive cooling enabled by evaporation, radiation, and insulation. Cell Reports Physical Science, 2022; 101068 DOI: 10.1016/j.xcrp.2022.101068 ...

"Passive" construction is an innovative building technique that reduces energy requirements for heating, cooling and ventilating up to 80 percent. The occupants are more comfortable since a ...