The Benefits Of 'Daylighting'

How can building design take full advantage of natural sunlight, in order to conserve energy?

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April 30, 2006, 11:00 AM PDT

"But why would a building owner even want to take on the challenge of using daylight to light a building? In a word, money. A good daylighting design can save up to 75 percent of the energy used for electric lighting in a building. The amount of daylight available, the occupancy pattern, and the control strategy can all affect energy savings."

"Using daylight correctly takes a multidisciplinary approach to design and an understanding of the strategies and technologies available to control the sun."

FULL STORY: Harnessing Daylight For Energy Savings

Saturday, April 1, 2006 in Building Operating Management

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