ABSTRACT
Thermal comfort is a subjective sensation, but it is related to the physiological condition of thermal balance between the body and the surrounding environment. A narrow definition may define thermal comfort as the absence of discomfort from heat or from cold. A wider definition also includes some specific factors related to climate that enhance enjoyment from the thermal environment. This chapter will deal not only with the conditions of maintaining comfort, but also with minimizing discomfort when the indoor or outdoor conditions are beyond the comfort zone.
