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1. 1. Conditioned atria in the built environment - A possible solution for unsustainable urbanization and climate change in Nordic climates?

   University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekoteknik- och hållbart byggande

   Author : Lucas Cupello de Vasconcellos; [2020]
   Keywords : Conditioned atrium; built environment; final energy consumption; energy efficiency; indoor gardens; green spaces; Internationella Engelska Skolan Östersund; International English School Östersund; temperate climates; Nordic climates; weather damage; refurbishment; repair; impact; environmental impact;

   Abstract : The aim of the research is to explore the differences in final energy consumption and environmental impact of the construction materials related to the atrium alternative and a business-as-usual and evaluate how to improve thermal properties of old buildings that require renovations to fit thermal efficiency standards and comfort in operational conditions while reducing the overall impact of the projects. Results show that for the low-rise atrium most of the parameters related to the final energy demands and environmental impacts of the atrium construction materials are proportional and linear to the increase of the glazing area size. READ MORE

3. 2. Hybrid Ventilation : Simulation of Natural Airflow in a Hybrid Ventilation System

   University essay from KTH/Installations- och energisystem

   Author : Daði Snær Pálsson; [2014]
   Keywords : Hybrid Ventilation; Natural Ventilation; Airflows; Indoor Environment; Atrium; Office Building; IDA ICE; Autodesk Simulation CFD;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the possibilities of using hybrid ventilation in an office building in Stockholm. The focus is on simulating the natural airflow to find out for which conditions it is sufficient. The thesis is done at White Arkitekter AB in cooperation and under the supervision of environmental specialists working there. READ MORE