Global warming and the rise in the standard of living have led to an increase in air-conditioned spaces, and consequently, energy consumption. Daytime radiative materials present a low-energy alternative for cooling indoor spaces. In the last 10 years, these materials have experienced significant technological advancements. In this study, we examined the losses associated with the implementation of passive and active cooling systems. Based on a computational model, we conducted a parametric analysis with respect to ambient temperature, humidity, mass flow, and surface area. We compared the need for cooling power across geographically and meteorologically diverse Slovenian regions and calculated the required number of collectors based on daytime radiative materials.
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