Open AccessExploring Feasibility of Passive Cooling Techniques in Residential Buildings in Kerala
Author(s) -
Thomas F. George,
Shanta Pragyan Dash
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
international journal of innovative technology and exploring engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2278-3075
DOI - 10.35940/ijitee.b8119.129219
Subject(s) - architectural engineering , passive cooling , vernacular architecture , thermal comfort , architecture , modernization theory , energy consumption , passive house , environmental science , environmental economics , environmental planning , civil engineering , efficient energy use , engineering , geography , meteorology , thermal , economic growth , economics , electrical engineering , archaeology
The vernacular architecture of Kerala is perceived for giving agreeable indoor climatic conditions to its clients through normal and inactive cooling strategies. The modern residential buildings, with the use of present technology, results in higher rate of consumption of energy hence, it is necessary to conserve energy for sustainable economic development through adoption of passive cooling techniques. Traditional buildings focused on architectural features for attaining desired thermal comfort. But at present, while construction of residences, people are focusing on modernization rather than giving importance to climatic conditions of the area. Thus, this paper makes an effort to understand and analyses different passive cooling techniques of residential buildings in Kerala and exploring its feasibility.