How to estimate energy loss through windows?

QuestionsCategory: Energy and PowerHow to estimate energy loss through windows?
Priyaka Lewis asked 5 years ago
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How to estimate energy loss through windows?
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How to estimate energy loss through windows?
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Energy demands are always on the rise. With this rise in demand, it is important to identify modes of energy loss so as to conserve it or prevent the loss.
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Team GreenSutra® Staff answered 5 years ago
Energy demands are always on the rise. With this rise in demand, it is important to identify modes of energy loss so as to conserve it or prevent the loss. Heat loss through windows is one such mode of energy loss.Heat passes through the glass (transparent) of window via:

  • Sunlight which is Electromagnetic Radiation in the infrared range
  • Its thickness via Convection – Conduction – Convection