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Thermal comfort and energy consumption in modern versus traditional buildings in Cameroon: A questionnaire-based statistical study.

Authors :
Nematchoua, Modeste Kameni
Tchinda, René
Orosa, José A.
Source :
Applied Energy. Feb2014, Vol. 114, p687-699. 13p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Highlights: [•] Traditional buildings are more comfortable during the two seasons. [•] In modern habitats, inhabitants want “more air”. [•] More than 80% energy used came from biomass and oil. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03062619
Volume :
114
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Applied Energy
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
92655383
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2013.10.036