A study on heating and cooling requirements for green buildings and refugee settlements

Çekinir S., Ozgener O., Ozgener L.

International Journal of Global Warming, vol.26, no.4, pp.391-404, 2022 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 26 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2022
  • Doi Number: 10.1504/ijgw.2022.122432
  • Journal Name: International Journal of Global Warming
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, INSPEC, Veterinary Science Database, Civil Engineering Abstracts
  • Page Numbers: pp.391-404
  • Keywords: COVID-19 pandemic, energy and society, earth air heat exchanger, EAHE, investment, refugee, global warming
  • Manisa Celal Bayar University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

In this study, geothermal-based three different systems are examined comparatively and a decision-making method is used to find the best option to use in refugee settlements. Earth air heat exchanger (EAHE), vertical ground source heat pump (VGSHP), and horizontal ground source heat pump (HGSHP) are evaluated from the viewpoint of environmental impact, performance, economy, and health. This study is the first study related to the evaluation of EAHE and GSHP systems by using the analytical hierarchy process (AHP). It is concluded that EAHE is the best option for refugee settlements; also EAHE is a healthier option for the COVID-19 pandemic.