[Radiance-general] Randance and different sky descriptions

[John Mardaljevic]

Hi Allison,

Are these tests related to using lighting simulation for compliance purposes, e.g. LEED 'clear sky', ASHRAE?  If so, caution is advised -- see sections on LEED & ASHRAE here:

http://climate-based-daylighting.com/doku.php?id=academic:daylight-compliance

Best
John

John Mardaljevic PhD FSLL
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School of Civil & Building Engineering
Loughborough University
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