Evaluating the Thermal Performance and Environmentally Responsive Energy Efficiency of Green Facades: A Simulation Study

Abstract

The incorporation of plants on building facades is getting popular in the construction sector, as they improve energy efficiency and urban sustainability. Buildings, particularly in warm or hot climates, can take advantage of this method to provide natural insulation, shade the walls provided and have energy efficiency. Many researchers are in the process of the green wall systems, and it advantage over temperature. It has been also assessed in terms of indoor comfort and energy savings in various zone climate categories. A numerical model conducted by the simulation software IES VE has been implemented for evaluating the thermal behaviour of both green façades and traditional brick walls. In order to evaluate the thermal performance of both green facades and conventional brick walls, a simulation model was created using the IES VE program. Particularly in lightweight buildings in warm regions with ample solar radiation, the results demonstrate significant reductions in heat transfer, carbon emissions, and energy usage. The study shows that vegetated walls may improve indoor thermal comfort and reduce energy consumption. This helps in the way of sustainable urban planning and design process. The efficiency of green facades in different climate zones, their long-term durability, and their potential interactions with other sustainable technologies need to be addressed in future.