Standards governing thermal comfort evaluation are on a constant cycle of revision and public review. One of the main topics being
discussed in the latest round was the introduction of an adaptive thermal comfort model, which now forms an optional part of ASHRAE
Standard 55. Also on a national level, adaptive thermal comfort guidelines come into being, such as in the Netherlands. This paper
discusses two implementations of the adaptive comfort model in terms of usability and energy use for moderate maritime climate zones
by means of literature study, a case study comprising temperature measurements, and building performance simulation. It is concluded
that for moderate climate zones the adaptive model is only applicable during summer months, and can reduce energy for naturally
conditioned buildings. However, the adaptive thermal comfort model has very limited application potential for such climates.
Additionally we suggest a temperature parameter with a gradual course to replace the mean monthly outdoor air temperature to avoid
step changes in optimum comfort temperatures.2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Standards governing thermal comfort evaluation are on a constant cycle of revision and public review. One of the main topics being
discussed in the latest round was the introduction of an adaptive thermal comfort model, which now forms an optional part of ASHRAE
Standard 55. Also on a national level, adaptive thermal comfort guidelines come into being, such as in the Netherlands. This paper
discusses two implementations of the adaptive comfort model in terms of usability and energy use for moderate maritime climate zones
by means of literature study, a case study comprising temperature measurements, and building performance simulation. It is concluded
that for moderate climate zones the adaptive model is only applicable during summer months, and can reduce energy for naturally
conditioned buildings. However, the adaptive thermal comfort model has very limited application potential for such climates.
Additionally we suggest a temperature parameter with a gradual course to replace the mean monthly outdoor air temperature to avoid
step changes in optimum comfort temperatures.2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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