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Experimental Study on the Modular Vertical Greening Shading in Summer.

Shenglin Bao^1,2, Simin Zou³, Mingqiao Zhao⁴

¹School of Architecture & Urban Planning, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

|September 23, 2022

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Modular vertical greening shading devices (MVGSD) effectively reduce indoor temperatures by up to 4°C and lower CO2 levels. This innovative greening approach enhances thermal comfort and energy efficiency in buildings.

Keywords:

CO2 reduction cooling effect modular vertical greening plant shading

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Area of Science:

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Environmental Engineering

Background:

Vertical greening offers cooling benefits, but its application to windows, critical for indoor thermal environments, is underexplored.
Existing greening solutions are often limited to opaque walls, neglecting the significant impact of fenestration on building energy performance.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a novel modular vertical greening shading device (MVGSD) for building windows.
To investigate the thermal performance and environmental benefits of the MVGSD through structural model testing.

Main Methods:

Detailed design and structural components of the MVGSD, including water supply, plant selection, and substrate preparation, were outlined.
A structural model test was conducted to assess the thermal performance of the MVGSD under controlled conditions.

Main Results:

The MVGSD demonstrated a significant reduction in indoor temperature, with a maximum decrease of 4°C.
Effective reduction in indoor CO2 concentration was observed, with an absorption rate of 53.1%.
Compared to louver shading, MVGSD resulted in a 2.6°C lower indoor temperature and improved indoor humidity levels.

Conclusions:

The MVGSD is a viable solution for improving indoor thermal environments and reducing cooling loads.
The integrated system of vertical greening and shading offers superior performance over traditional shading methods like louvers.
MVGSD contributes to enhanced human thermal comfort and promotes sustainable building design.