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University of Pretoria releases Energy Usage Study of walling in SA
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The Clay Brick Association of Southern Africa
The University of Pretoria has released results of its Thermal Performance Study, which assessed operational energy use of structures built with six different walling materials.
When selecting building materials, developers and architects of green buildings take into account the embodied energy of their raw materials. While this is an excellent start, in reality energy use over the life of the building dwarfs energy used during production. Operational energy use is an expensive, long-term cost for the property owner and a drain on South Africa’s limited resources.
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Clay face bricks are the ideal, low-maintenance outdoor construction material for your patio, braai or boma. They won’t rot, tarnish, fade, rust, scuff, peel, erode or burn! Clay brick’s enduring hues and textures look beautiful for life, and are unaffected by UV or sun. The varied colours and textures of natural brick complement both traditional and contemporary materials. The Clay Brick Association of South Africa is proud to be an industry leader in the move to more sustainable, energy-efficient buildings.
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