Title:
Contribution of Geothermal Energy to Passive Cooling of Living Spaces in Benin: An Air-ground Heat Exchanger Approach

Authors:
Ahonankpon Hubert Frédéric GBAGUIDI, Julien YOVOGAN, AGBELELE Koffi Judicaël, Yémalin Daniel Agossou, Chéissou KOTO TAMOU, Alexis F. TOGBE, Benin

Abstract:

In a context of global warming and high demand for air conditioning in tropical areas, surface geothermal energy offers a sustainable solution for thermal comfort. This study explores the applicability of air-to-ground heat exchangers (or Canadian wells) for passive cooling of homes in Benin. It is based on a literature review, an analysis of local climate data, and modeling of the thermal behavior of a system adapted to the Beninese context.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.51505/ijaemr.2025.1213