The thermal performance of green roofs in the hot, humid microclimate
Green roofs can alleviate the heat island effect in cities, regulate building temperatures and provide a positive impact on the built environment. This thesis reviews the evidence of the environmental impact with and without green roofs in the hot, humid microclimate of the UAE and measures the ther...
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| Main Author: | D’Souza, Umica Joyce (author) |
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2012
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| Online Access: | http://bspace.buid.ac.ae/handle/1234/134 |
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