Natural ventilation to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) in existing homes: The development of health-based and context-specific user guidelines
22 May 2024 • Article Summary
Energy and Buildings - Science Direct
Considering the existing built environment and the need to conserve energy (embodied as well as consumed), maximizing the benefits of natural ventilation makes a lot of sense. This is especially true for buildings in suburban or rural areas in moderate climates like Europe.
Local climate conditions as well as minimal outdoor noise and air pollution favor natural ventilation. The research develops a guideline that aims to maximize indoor air quality while maintaining thermal comfort and conserving energy.