The speaker analyzed buildings as thermal-energy systems, the characteristics of Uruguay’s climate, and the importance of proper design of a building’s thermal envelope. Building on this theoretical framework, she discussed bioclimatic strategies for passive retrofitting, such as thermal insulation, improvements to windows and doors, solar shading and solar control, colors and materials of the building envelope, and natural ventilation.
Architect Sáez earned a European Energy Manager certificate from the Uruguayan-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She is a graduate of Architecture. He specializes in bioclimatic architecture and energy efficiency in the construction industry.