Evaluation of the Analysis of Daylight Performance for Public Buildings Facade Design Improvement

Global climate change threatens the ecosystem and has long-term consequences for societies. Human activities, particularly the use of fossil fuels, contribute to global warming due to greenhouse gas emissions. According to reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in 2001, 2007, and 2013, human activities have been identified as the primary cause of global warming observed since the mid-20th century. Factors contributing to global warming and climate change include energy consumption for electricity and heating, the use of fossil fuels, and the emission of greenhouse gases. Daylighting is important in ensuring the space's energy efficiency, sustainability, and comfort conditions. By incorporating sustainable building envelope designs, achieving the recommended daylighting levels is possible. This article examines the role of facade design in providing sustainable Energy for lighting and its impact on carbon footprint. The case study of the Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality building and the analysis of daylight levels in its spaces serve as a guiding example for the renovation of public buildings. Thus, new methods can be determined to reduce daylight-related electricity consumption with appropriate and straightforward decisions in designing the facades of the working areas of public buildings in Turkey.