The use of PCMs for free cooling in buildings

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The use of PCMs for free cooling in buildings

The construction of high-rise buildings has become synonymous with growth and economic prosperity. However, the acceleration in architectural development of China has significantly contributed to the alarming state of environmental disruption. This impact has arisen from land use, energy consumption...

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Main Author:	Xu, Haipeng
Format:	Thesis (University of Nottingham only)
Language:	English
Published:	2019
Subjects:	phase-change materials pcm energy conservation construction
Online Access:	https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/57050/

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