[EnergyPlus_Support] - How to Model Effects of Adjacent Shadings on Windows

[Ng Poh Khai <ng_khai@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dear All,
 
May I know is there a quick way to model the effects of nearby buildings/structures on a zone with windows?  I understand that the simple way is to model a building as a shading element in E+ but I was wondering if there is a method to indicate a factor (sky view factor) that determines the fraction that the window is in contact with the sky?
 
What I asking is if there is a field where I can put in 0.3 (for example) to indicate that the window will only receive direct sunlight for 30% of the time?
 
Any similar or suggestions would be welcomed as well.  Thanks!
 
Best Regards,
Poh Khai

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