Estratégias passivas de conforto térmico no semiárido nordestino : uma análise sistemática de literatura.

Abstract

Faced with the challenges posed by the harsh climate of Brazil’s semi-arid Northeast, this article presents a systematic literature review aimed at identifying, classifying, and analyzing the main passive cooling strategies adopted in regional buildings. The methodology followed the PRISMA protocol and resulted in the selection of 17 relevant studies addressing thermal performance in hot and dry climates. Findings highlight the predominance of cross ventilation, shading, and thermal inertia strategies, with a strong reliance on computational simulations as the primary evaluation method. Despite progress in the field, a lack of empirical studies and specific design guidelines for the socioeconomic reality of the region remains evident. It is concluded that passive solutions offer promising improvements in thermal comfort and energy efficiency, but broader scientific production and public incentives are needed for their effective implementation.