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Net-zero buildings and occupant comfort

  • 1.  Net-zero buildings and occupant comfort

    Posted 07-25-2014 11:02 AM
    This message has been cross posted to the following Discussion Forums: 2030 Commitment and Technical Design for Building Performance Knowledge Community .
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    See link below for an article:

    A new definition of net-zero buildings: High performance buildings should be net-zero (or capable of net-zero) buildings that maximize occupant comfort and productivity.

    A fresh look at how energy efficiency and occupant comfort are related to each other and high performance design can address both and achieve success.

    http://bt.e-ditionsbyfry.com/publication/?i=217350&p=36


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    Premnath Sundharam
    Senior Associate
    DLR Group, Inc.
    Phoenix AZ
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