Articles Tagged with ''heat mitigation''

The solar heat gain coefficient is a ratio that defines the amount of solar energy that reaches a glazing assembly (including both the glass and frame) with the amount that gets through to the inside

Glass with bird-friendly pattern, solar control capabilities help land top building award

The façade system from Exterior Technologies Inc. adds movement to building enclosures and wall systems with its flapper-panel design.

Air always has some amount of moisture in it. Proportionately, it is a very small amount of moisture relative to the overall air mass

Architects and designers will find advantages with TEC that extend beyond the system's ability to defeat heat loss

There are standards and programs in place that have not translated to the masses yet

While an emphasis on the quality of roofing is important, an equally important facet is often overlooked—the application of insulation below the roof deck

The Detroit Zoological Society is one of the most sustainable zoos in the U.S., recognized by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for environmental leadership, earning their 2015 Green Award

The term emittance refers to a material's ability to release heat through radiation.