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Air movement and thermal performance report: an investigation into the effect of air movement on the thermal performance of domestic pitched roof constructions

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An investigation into the effect of air movement on the thermal performance of domestic pitched roof constructions

This work, supported by the NHBC Foundation, was part of a programme of work (led by the Zero Carbon Hub) to understand the factors contributing to the gap between design and actual energy performance of homes. It played a part in understanding the effect of airflow through roof construction on U values.

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