Simpson, J.R. & E.G. McPherson, 1996, Potential of tree shade for reducing residential energy use in California, in: Journal of Arboriculture, 22, 1
- Author : Simpson, J.R. & E.G. McPherson
- Year : 1996
- Journal/Series : Journal of Arboriculture
- Volume Number (ANNUAL: Counting Volumes of the Year shown above) : 1
- Volume Number (CONSECUTIVE: Counting all Volumes of this Journal ever published) : 22
- Pages : 10-18
- Abstract in English : Electric utilities in California currently sponsor planting of approximately 75.000 yard trees as an energy conservation measure. This study evaluate the potential effects of tree shade on residential air conditioning and heating energy use for a range of tree orientations, building insulation levels and climate zones in California using computer simulation. Positive effects have been suggested and recommendations are made regarding locating yard trees to maximize energy savings.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: trees, micro climate, energy saving, significance of trees. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.