Browsing University of Galway Theses by Author "Hajdukiewicz, Magdalena"
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Deep-retrofit decision-making support for achieving nearly zero-energy buildings with enhanced comfort
Zuhaib, Sheikh (NUI Galway, 2019-04-11)The emerging trends for deep-retrofit of existing buildings in Europe require formulation of strategies for nearly zero-energy buildings (nZEBs) and achieving benchmarks as outlined in the Energy Performance of Buildings ... -
Formal calibration methodology relating to CFD models of naturally ventilated internal environments
Hajdukiewicz, Magdalena (2013-08-16)The building sector is responsible for 40% of total global energy consumption. Half of the energy consumed by buildings relates to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Natural ventilation can provide ... -
Towards nearly zero energy buildings: The interrelationships of materials, people and operational energy demand practices for residential buildings in Ireland
Moran, Paul (NUI Galway, 2020-10-27)To combat the energy demand and global warming potential emissions of the building sector, the European Union has made mandatory the introduction of nearly zero energy buildings (nZEBs) in all its member states. Starting ...