Analysis of the impact of different technologies and building materials on energy efficiency.

Abstract

The present work aims to evaluate the sensitivity of the housing labeling software, implemented by the Province of Santa Fe through the Energy Efficiency Law (13.903/19). To achieve this, the typology of the envelopes, the geographical position, the optimization of cooling and heating equipment of living environments and the inclusion of renewable sources of energy generation were modified on a base model. Different construction practices common in the region were considered, such as walls composed of ceramic, solid and hollow bricks and autoclaved cellular concrete blocks. The result was a change in the energy efficiency label, obtaining improvements associated with the use of renewable energy and passive architectural strategies. In addition, it was possible to conclude that the greater the thickness, the better the heat exchange coefficient and the overall classification.