Climate-adaptive windcatcher natural ventilation integrated with passive and low-energy technologies: A review of current and future developments

作者：Jiaxiang Li, John Kaiser Calautit, Carlos Jimenez-Bescos, Wenjie Song, Saffa Riffat, Qun Chen · 发表于：Building and Environment · 年份：2025 · DOI：10.1016/j.buildenv.2025.113436 · 被引用次数：8 · 研究领域：Solar Energy Systems and Technologies、Adsorption and Cooling Systems、Wind and Air Flow Studies

• Explores windcatcher technology integration with passive systems across climates. • The review systematically examines 147 journal papers from 2000 to 2025. • Evaporative cooling is effective in hot, dry climates, but water scarcity is a concern. • Heat pipes and thermal wheels enhance windcatcher heat recovery performance in cold climates. • Identifies key challenges and proposes solutions for each climate type. The integration of natural ventilation systems, such as windcatchers, in modern buildings has garnered interest due to rising energy costs and the need for sustainable practices. Windcatchers have been adapted in many regions to enhance indoor air quality and comfort while reducing reliance on mechanical systems and air conditioners. However, extreme climates, such as hot, humid, and cold conditions, pose challenges to effective windcatcher ventilation. Consequently, passive or low-energy cooling, heating and dehumidification technologies have been developed and integrated into windcatchers to improve thermal performance. Despite extensive research, a comprehensive review synthesizing windcatcher integration with passive and low-energy technologies across diverse climates is lacking. Existing studies often focus on specific elements or singular climatic conditions, leaving a gap in understanding the holistic application and optimization of these systems in various environments. This review addresses this gap by analyzing 147 studies on windcatchers and integrating ...