Evaluation of Iranian Thermal Building Code

One of the most distinguished activities in the field of energy conservation, is the provisionof regulations and standards for energy conservation in the building sector.In this paper, the nature of different types of approaches in controlling building designfor energy efficiency purposes are discussed to make an evaluation of the existingregulation. Then, considering the recent international research results related to standardsand regulations, suggestions are made for improving the next version of Code 19 of theIranian Building Regulations.