Published August 2019 | Version v1
Journal article

Analysis of the indoor environment of agricultural constructions in the context of sustainability

  • 1. Technical University of Košice, Laboratory of Construction Technology and Management, Department of Construction Technology and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering (Slovakia)
  • 2. Technical University of Košice, Department of Construction Technology and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering (Slovakia)
  • 3. University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice, Department of the Environment, Veterinary Legislation and Economy (Slovakia)

Description

This research paper focuses on agricultural constructions, a special type of constructions with an important role in industry and agriculture. Food production is an important social factor that is vital to human survival, so its qualitative aspect is a key determinant of living standards and is also important in terms of sustainability. The need to create a suitable environment (welfare) for animals, as a factor in terms of health and productivity, is drawing increasing attention. The environment continuously and directly affects animals, so it is quickly reflected in their productivity and medical condition. The objective of this research paper is to present an analysis of the interactions between agricultural constructions' outdoor and indoor environment by monitoring an actual operational construction designed for animal rearing, from the point of view of animal welfare and sustainability, taking into account thermal protection and indoor climate.

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
Journal Volume
191
Journal Issue
8
Journal Page Range
p. 1-21
ISSN
0167-6369
CODEN
EMASDH

INIS

Country of Publication
Netherlands
Country of Input or Organization
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
INIS RN
52035653
Subject category
S54: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES;
Descriptors DEI
AGRICULTURE; CLIMATES; CONSTRUCTION; MONITORING; PRODUCTIVITY; STANDARD OF LIVING; SUSTAINABILITY; SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Descriptors DEC
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

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