Draft:Thermal Comfort and Indoor Environmental Quality

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Preventing Air Leaks Drafts caused by air leaks disrupt indoor climate control and reduce comfort. A thorough inspection to locate leaks, followed by sealing with solutions like caulking or weatherstripping, helps maintain a consistent indoor temperature. A well-sealed building envelope allows heating and cooling systems to operate efficiently, improving comfort and saving energy.

Adapting to Personal Preferences Thermal comfort varies among individuals. Providing adjustable features, such as vents, thermostats, or personal heating and cooling devices, allows occupants to tailor their environment to their needs. These small adjustments enhance overall satisfaction by addressing both group and individual comfort.

Regular Maintenance and Monitoring Continuous maintenance is essential for lasting thermal comfort. Seasonal changes, varying building use, and equipment issues require regular adjustments. Monitoring systems, collecting occupant feedback, and performing updates or replacements ensure the building remains comfortable and efficient over time.

Insulation Proper insulation of walls, roofs, and windows minimizes heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, ensuring consistent indoor temperatures.

Ventilation Maintain good airflow by using natural, mechanical, or hybrid ventilation systems to bring in fresh air and remove excess heat and humidity.

Heating and Cooling Use energy-efficient systems paired with programmable thermostats and zoning for precise temperature control and year-round comfort.

References

[1]Seyit, Melek & Umaroğulları, Filiz. (2018). THERMAL COMFORT AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY. international journal of scientific research and innovative technology. 5. 90-109. [2]https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/en/metadata/indicators/thermal-comfort-indices-universal-thermal-climate-index-1979-2019 https://www.bpie.eu/wpcontent/uploads/2015/10/BPIE_executive_briefing_IAQ2015.pdf

https://www.glazingrefurbishments.co.uk/blog/thermal-comfort-in-buildings