Wind-Driven Natural Ventilation – The Wind Tower as a Strategy to Reduce Energy Use in Low-Rise Buildings in Hot Climates

Wind-driven natural ventilation is a topic of interest in the field of sustainable architecture, particularly in the context of low-rise buildings located in hot climates. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the wind tower as a prominent model for reducing energy consumption in such buildings. A look at the Wind tower as a significant model to cut down on energy consumption in low-rise buildings located in hot climates is presented in this article as part of a discussion on wind-driven natural ventilation. A comprehensive examination of wind-driven natural ventilation is presented herein, with a particular focus on the efficacy of the Wind tower as an exemplary model for mitigating energy consumption in low-rise structures situated in hot climatic conditions. The utilisation of natural ventilation and cooling has been crucial in ensuring optimal comfort conditions. They can greatly impact the reduction of cooling loads and provide the required ventilation rate for buildings. This paper seeks to offer a review of the latest advancements and uses of wind towers in contemporary architecture. The efficiency of a wind tower is also analysed based on its pertinent parameters, such as height, configuration, and cross-section. The potential of wind towers in modern architecture and urban planning is demonstrated by their application in contemporary buildings, their integration into the urban context, and the development of innovative designs and technologies for wind towers. KEYWORDS: Wind tower, Natural ventilation, Passive cooling, Thermal comfort, Energy efficiency