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Wind shielding effects of trees on low buildings.

Author(s) : STATHOPOULOS T., CHIOVITTI D., et al.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The results of a wind tunnel study showed that a single row, high density windbreak reduced air infiltration by about 60% when planted approximately four tree heights away from the building. This corresponded to a 15% reduction in energy costs.

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  • Original title: Wind shielding effects of trees on low buildings.
  • Record ID : 1995-3833
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: Environment
  • Source: Build. Environ. - vol. 29 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 1994/04
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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