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STEFAN GOEBELS / Ecotech Consulting
“Double Skin and Cavity Facades”_

In architecture maximum transparency of the façade has always been a problem when considered in the context of energy efficiency. From gothic churches to modernist buildings, architects continue to strive for highly transparent envelopes. With evolving regulations and the stringent energy efficiency standards these goals seem difficult to achieve.

This presentation discusses several high-performance double skin and cavity façade systems including The Active Cavity Transition (ACT). The ACT Façade allows for high window to wall ratios while maintaining the highest comfort and energy efficiency standards. By absorbing solar radiation, the heat is not reflected into the urban surroundings nor interior spaces, it is rather extracted for use within the building’s heating system.

Stefan Goebels holds a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of applied Science in Cologne, Germany and is a certified passive house consultant, LEED Green Associate, and part time adjunct professor for glass technologies and passive house design. He has more than 7 years’ experience in consulting project teams throughout all design phases to find sustainable and energy efficient glass façade solutions. As the Head of Business Development at Priedemann façade experts, a consultancy and engineering firm with a strong focus on research and implementation strategies, he leads North American activities.

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