The Effect of Building Aspect Ratio on Energy Efficiency: A Case Study for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings in Canada
This paper examines the energy consumption of varying aspect ratio in multi-unit residential buildings in Canadian cities. The aspect ratio of a building is one of the most important determinants of energy efficiency. It defines the building surface area by which heat is transferred between the int...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2014-07-01
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Series: | Buildings |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/4/3/336 |