Energy and cost analysis of composite-insulated rooftops for sustainable buildings in Indian climatic conditions

• Published in: Energy sources. Part B, Economics, planning and policy Vol. 19; no. 1
• Main Authors: Shrimali, Ruchita, Agrawal, Naveen Kumar, Agrawal, Kamal Kumar
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Taylor & Francis 31.12.2024
• Subjects: cooling load; energy modeling; insulation; optimum thickness; payback period; Thermal performance

The largest influences on a building's cooling and heating load come from heat absorption and loss through building surfaces. Most of the heat gain is absorbed by a structure's roof. Applying insulation to building envelopes is an efficient approach to cut back on heating and cooling energ...