Comparative analysis on the thermal performance of selected building materials and technologies for housing in the sudan

Abstract

In search for adequate and affordable housing based on appropriate local building materials and technologies, the
National Fund for Housing and Rehabilitation (NFHR) has invited research institutes, professional associations and
practitioners to give their suggestions and recommendations in this regard. Demonstration models were developed to show
the appropriateness of some technologies and materials and the extent of its affordability.
The purpose of this study is to carry out a comparative analysis between some of these different technologies in terms
of economical and environmental contexts using Ecotect software. According to the analysis results, selected materials
for walling and roofing are ranked based on their performance in terms of annual energy required, passive comfort, heat
gains, and passive breakdown of heat gains and losses.