Optimizing passive solar design in Texas green buildings by integrating sustainable architectural features for maximum energy efficiency
1 Department of Architecture, College of Architecture construction and planning, The University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas, USA.
2 C.T. Bauer College of Business, Department of Decision and Information Sciences, University of Houston, Texas, USA.
3 Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
4 Department of Public health, Kogi State Ministry of Health, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria.
5 Department of Physics, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Nigeria.
6 Department of Procurement, Clarissa dynamic links Ltd, Makurdi, Nigeria.
Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 11(01), 235–261
Publication history:
Received on 20 April 2024; revised on 03 June 2024; accepted on 06 June 2024
Abstract:
The imperative of energy-efficient and green building practices has become more urgent as climate change and environmental degradation impact regions across the globe. This paper explores the optimization of passive solar design in Texas green buildings by integrating sustainable architectural features that maximize energy efficiency. Passive solar design harnesses the natural benefits of solar orientation and strategic architectural elements to reduce reliance on artificial lighting and mechanical heating systems. In Texas, where solar potential is abundant, optimizing this approach has the potential to significantly reduce energy consumption and lower the environmental footprint of buildings. By analyzing case studies, materials, and design strategies, this paper aims to identify best practices that leverage passive solar design's inherent advantages, from enhanced natural lighting to effective passive heating and cooling. Furthermore, it investigates the integration of renewable energy solutions, like photovoltaic panels, to complement passive techniques, creating a holistic approach to sustainability. Ultimately, this review underscores the importance of embracing innovative designs and materials, emphasizing their role in reshaping the future of Texas's green building landscape for a more energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and resilient built environment.
Keywords:
Passive Solar Design; Sustainable Architecture; Energy Efficiency; Green Building; Thermal Performance
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