Thermal performance of vertical greening system on the building façade: A review

Abstract

Over the last decade, research on the application of vertical greening system on the building facade has gained much attention. Those studies proved that installing a vertical greening system on the building facade has many advantages not only for the building but also for the city. Acting as a shading as well as thermal insulation in the building, reducing greenhouse gas emission, and improving the microclimate are some of the advantages of vertical greening system that already being proved. This study aims to review some studies related to the thermal performance of vertical greening system on the building facade. The review will provide comprehensive knowledge about the thermal performance of vertical greening system over different variations including climates, orientations, plant types, and the design of vertical greening system. Furthermore, this review is expected to be a reference in designing such vertical greening system which suitable for certain climate area that able to produce the best therm...