Study on Thermal Comfort in Historical Districts of Canal Ancient Towns

DOI

10.2991/978-94-6463-728-1_52How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Canal Historical District; Thermal Comfort; Ancient Towns; ENVI-met

Abstract

The thermal environment of tourist attractions, particularly in regions with hot summers and cold winters, significantly impacted visitor experiences and revenue. This study applied the microenvironment simulation software ENVI-met to analyze the thermal environment of historic streets and alleys under different conditions. Using simulation analysis, the paper revealed the effects of water bodies, shading, and wind speed. Key findings included: water bodies reduced temperatures by over 3 ℃ in waterfront areas; shading in public spaces, such as pavilions and tree planting, lowered temperatures by about 2 ℃; and increased wind speed enhanced thermal comfort.Particularly in areas near water bodies, the combination of mechanical ventilation and the cooling effect of water bodies can effectively improve thermal comfort in historical districts. The research on Xiaohe Street highlighted the need for more shading facilities and mechanical ventilation to improve the thermal environment in ancient towns. Future studies will further analyze the impact of street and building layouts on thermal conditions, providing recommendations for environmental improvements.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Wu Jin
AU  - Hiroatsu Fukuda
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/05/19
TI  - Study on Thermal Comfort in Historical Districts of Canal Ancient Towns
BT  - Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Green Building, Civil Engineering and Smart City (GBCESC 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 533
EP  - 546
SN  - 2352-5401
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-728-1_52
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-728-1_52
ID  - Jin2025
ER  -