The integration of solar technologies in historical architecture presents an opportunity for the decarbonization of cultural heritage, provided that the integration enhances the morphological, construction, and microclimatic characteristics of the sites. Passive solar technologies offer important potential for integration and reduction of energy consumption and related emissions. The chapter presents a historical perspective on passive solar design strategies in urban planning and architectural practices. It references historical manuals that discuss the relationship between building and urban features and solar design. The discussion emphasizes the importance of climatic classifications, urban and building shape, sun orientation, wind and vegetation considerations, thermal performance, color, and reflectance on the heat absorption of building materials.
Solar energy and architecture
Lucchi, Elena
2025-01-01
Abstract
The integration of solar technologies in historical architecture presents an opportunity for the decarbonization of cultural heritage, provided that the integration enhances the morphological, construction, and microclimatic characteristics of the sites. Passive solar technologies offer important potential for integration and reduction of energy consumption and related emissions. The chapter presents a historical perspective on passive solar design strategies in urban planning and architectural practices. It references historical manuals that discuss the relationship between building and urban features and solar design. The discussion emphasizes the importance of climatic classifications, urban and building shape, sun orientation, wind and vegetation considerations, thermal performance, color, and reflectance on the heat absorption of building materials.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
