Ventilation is a critical factor in determining the environmental performance of buildings, from energy use to the health and comfort of the occupants. Natural ventilation schemes allow air movement through buildings without the need for high-energy fans to drive the flow. It is often enhanced by pre-heating the air, and in some cases also by pre-cooling, or it may supplement a mechanical ventilation system to form a hybrid ventilation scheme.

 

This seminar introduces delegates to the principles and practice of natural ventilation using state of the art laboratory and computer modelling techniques, and case studies of domestic applications through to large atria.

The aims of the seminar are to:

• bring together architects and engineers interested in using design concepts for low energy loads for buildings

• introduce the concepts of natural ventilation in buildings and the challenges of its implementation
• provide a forum for current design problems to be discussed
• introduce new techniques available for the design of low energy buildings to comply with Building Regulations Parts L and F

 

Who should attend?

This seminar is aimed at those interested in using design concepts to substantially reduce energy loads for buildings including: architects, building services engineers, engineering consultants and environmental engineers.