Quantification of the Improvement in Sustainability after a Comparative Experimental Study of Single-Family Homes with Façade Rehabilitation Using the External Thermal Insulation Composite System

This study emerged from the necessity to analyze the most effective energy-saving strategies within the current real estate market and substantiate their application with empirical data. Undoubtedly, the adoption of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICSs) stands out as one of the prev...

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Autores: Vidales Barriguete, Alejandra, Piña Ramírez, Carolina, Vidales Barriguete, Roberto, Viñas Arrebola, Carmen, Aguilera Benito, Patricia
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2024
País:España
Institución:Consejo General de la Arquitectura Técnica de España (CGATE)
Repositorio:RIARTE
OAI Identifier:oai:www.riarte.es:20.500.12251/3174
Acceso en línea:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12251/3174
https://doi.org/10.3390/su16062514
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Eficiencia energética
Aislamiento térmico
Monitorización de edificios
Sostenibilidad
Ahorro energético
Sistema de Aislamiento Térmico por Exterior (SATE)
Envolvente de edificio
3305.01 Diseño Arquitectónico
3305.90 Transmisión de Calor en la Edificación
3305.14 Viviendas
3311.02 Ingeniería de Control
3322.05 Fuentes no Convencionales de Energía
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Sumario:This study emerged from the necessity to analyze the most effective energy-saving strategies within the current real estate market and substantiate their application with empirical data. Undoubtedly, the adoption of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICSs) stands out as one of the prevalent approaches. This article presents temperature-monitoring data collected on-site from the facades of two single-family homes initially constructed with identical compositions, materials, construction dates, locations, and orientations. The thermal envelope of one home underwent rehabilitation using the ETICS, while the other remained in its original state. Continuous temperature recordings on the southern and northwestern facades of both homes were conducted using thermocouples over a 15-day period. The data analysis yielded insights into facade performance before and after this rehabilitation approach. The findings suggest that the implementation of ETICS results in more stable interior temperatures, significantly reducing indoor temperatures in comparison to outdoor conditions, leading to a notable decrease in heat energy loss. Consequently, this research underscores the tangible benefits of employing ETICS in building rehabilitation, emphasizing its role as a passive energy-saving strategy. By demonstrating the positive impact on thermal performance and energy efficiency, this study reinforces the vital connection between research endeavors and sustainability objectives.