Environmental and thermal impact of materials in social housing by climate region in Ecuador
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https://doi.org/10.37135/ns.01.16.10Keywords:
confort, environmental impact, reciclability, sustainability, social housingAbstract
This study evaluates the environmental and thermal impact of materials used in social housing, considering the distinct climatic conditions of Ecuador's Coast and Highland regions. Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools were applied to compare two housing prototypes with identical morphology but located in Guayaquil and Quito, respectively. Results indicate that in the Highland region, the thermal envelope must be reinforced to reduce heat losses, while in the Coast region, it is necessary to mitigate solar heat gains. Up to 25% differences in recyclability and 20% in structural mass were identified between regions. The thermal comfort requirements varied significantly, suggesting that material selection and construction strategies should be adapted to the local climate context. The study concludes that social housing programs require a region-specific approach in both materials use and design, and it proposes technical and regulatory guidelines differentiated by climatic region
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