A review of hybrid ventilation on humid tropics climate

Abstract

Green building has aspects which one is referred to the energy efficiency. Energy consumption is mainly due to mechanical ventilation (MV) therefore it is the key to building energy efficiency. The utilization of hybrid ventilation (HV) by incorporating natural ventilation (NV) into the ventilation system has the potential to save energy. Humid tropics has high temperature and humidity causing uncomfortable thermal condition. It poses a challenge to utilize ventilation systems in this climate effectively. This study examines the potential of HV in humid tropical climates related to research methods and HV strategies applied. The literature review was carried out on a number of papers Scopus based indexed which investigated HV extensively associated with humid tropical climates. Some references were collected from several sources to find case studies. Only several studies were conducted on HV in humid tropical climates. Mainly the research was carried out on thermal comfort, efficiency, and HV strategies with a numerical simulation that focuses on improving NV capabilities.