The use of low-emissivity (low-E) glazing coatings in high performance window designs can improve thermal properties, reduce heating requirements and lessen the burden on the environment from greenhouse gas production. In 1994 CPIV carried out a study to investigate the impact of existing installations of high performance double-glazing on the environment. It was found that space heating requirements account for around 20% of the total energy used in the EU.
Origin
Napier University, Edinburgh
Journal Title
Building Serv Eng Res Technol 18 2 1997 125-127
Sector
Primary Papers
Class
PP 154