Light (ultraviolet radiation)

Daylight is both good for the soul and saves energy. Uncontrolled solar penetration also results in over heating of building interiors and causes the surface temperature of cladding to shoot up. Ultraviolet radiation is a also major deterioration mechanism for all organic exterior finish materials, both inside and out.

Daylighting — by zope — last modified 2006/02/26

 

Energy efficient lighting — by zope — last modified 2006/02/26

 

Passive solar design — by zope — last modified 2006/02/26