When and where to use Thermal Mass

摘要

A thermal mass strategy is no panacea and is not suitable for all building types and forms, or in all locations. In particular, factors that preclude a natural or mixed-mode ventilation strategy can be important in the decision to choose a FES strategy. In many commercial buildings, air conditioning will be a requirement of the developer, building owner or tenant. Where this is the case, a thermal mass solution will have negligible impact on overall energy consumption.