Utilization of natural light in order to optimize the building's energy consumption  In the design of the botanical center

Maqsoudifar, Yasaman; Shaabanian, Mahdi

doi:10.22034/jrenew.2025.224668

Utilization of natural light in order to optimize the building's energy consumption In the design of the botanical center

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

yasaman maqsoudifar ¹

mahdi Shaabanian ²

¹ Department of Architecture, Abbaspur College of Art and Architecture, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan Branch, Hamedan, Iran.

² Department of Architecture, Hamedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan, Iran (corresponding author)

https://doi.org/10.22034/jrenew.2025.224668

Abstract

The use of natural light in the design of the botanical center plays an important role in optimizing energy consumption and creating a stable environment for plant growth. This not only reduces energy costs, but also provides ideal conditions for the urban ecosystem. The goal of this research center is to optimize energy resources and preserve species that contribute to the environment. The base and environment of the center should be aligned with the factors of natural energy and fossil fuels. The importance of this research lies in the correct use of accepted and non-acceptable resources for sustainable development. One of the key solutions in design is to create atrium-shaped spaces that help preserve plants and green space. To optimize energy consumption and reduce thermal and cooling losses, proper design and use of new technologies are needed. The research process includes literature review and simulation analysis to identify the best methods to optimize energy consumption and biodiversity. In this regard, by using Design Builder software, simulations are carried out that check the energy consumption in centripetal design on different plants. One of the independent changes investigated is the utilization of natural light, which can lead to increased energy efficiency and improved plant growth conditions.

Keywords

natural light

optimization

energy

sustainable development

botany

Subjects

Renewable and New Energy

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