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Humidity and Buildings. Technical Paper No. 188.

Hutcheon, N. B. – 1964

Modified and controlled relative humidity in buildings for certain occupancies is discussed. New criteria are used in determining the needs, desirability and problems associated with humidities in a building. Severe winter climate requires that special attention be given to the problems associated with increased indoor humidities during cold…

Descriptors: Building Design, Building Operation, Climate Control, Controlled Environment

Study on Control of Security and Storage of Holdings: A RAMP Study with Guidelines.

Thomas, D. L. – 1987

Intended to assist developing countries in the essential task of preserving historical records and, therefore, deliberately oriented towards economy and a low level of technology, this study provides an outline of currently accepted standards that archivists in developing countries, especially those in tropical areas, can apply to their own…

Descriptors: Air Pollution, Archives, Building Design, Climate Control

The New York State Program for the Conservation and Preservation of Library Research Materials. Conservation Environment Guidelines for Libraries and Archives.

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Lull, William P.; Banks, Paul N. – 1990

These guidelines are intended to orient the library/archives professional in New York to the common issues, language, pitfalls, and opportunities involved in dealing with the built environment and its impact on the conservation and preservation of a valuable collection. Although developed for the climate typical in New York State, many aspects…

Descriptors: Archives, Building Design, Building Plans, Built Environment

Limiting the Temperatures in Naturally Ventilated Buildings in Warm Climates. Building Research Establishment Current Paper 7/74.

Petherbridge, P. – 1974

Formulas used in the calculation of cooling loads and indoor temperatures are employed to demonstrate the influence of various building parameters--such as thermal transmittance (U-value), solar absorptivity, and thermal storage--on the indoor thermal environment. The analysis leads to guidance on ways of limiting temperatures in naturally…

Descriptors: Architectural Research, Building Design, Climate, Construction Materials

Energy Design Guidelines for High Performance Schools: Temperate and Humid Climates.

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Department of Energy, Washington, DC. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. – 2002

The U.S. Department of Energy's EnergySmart Schools provides school boards, administrators, and design staff with guidance to help them make informed decisions about energy and environmental issues important to school systems and communities. The design guidelines presented in this document outline high performance principles for the new or…