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passive solar energy system
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passive solar energy system
A building subsystem in which solar energy is collected and transferred predominantly by natural means; uses natural convection, conduction, or radiation to distribute thermal energy through a structure, within the limits of the indoor design temperature conditions. Compare with active solar energy system.
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Passive solar homes are designed to get their heating and cooling needs from the sun, wind, trees, or from the windows and the materials used on the walls and roof of the house and the way they interact with the environment.
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Passive solar systems depend on gravity fed and natural resources in order to make passive solar work.
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Targeted for the equivalency of a silver rating from Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEAD, both schools make use of natural day lighting, passive solar heat, displacement ventilation that allows classrooms individual access to outside air, and bioswales and landscaping that control storm water runoff.
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