Reprint

Energy Implications of Thermal Comfort in Buildings considering Climate Change

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September 2024
256 pages
  • ISBN978-3-7258-1907-2 (Hardback)
  • ISBN978-3-7258-1908-9 (PDF)

This is a Reprint of the Special Issue Energy Implications of Thermal Comfort in Buildings considering Climate Change that was published in

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Summary

The Special Issue, entitled "Energy Implications of Thermal Comfort in Buildings considering Climate Change", addresses the critical nexus between energy efficiency and thermal comfort in buildings, particularly in the context of global climate change. This compilation presents cutting-edge research and innovative strategies aimed at optimizing indoor environments to enhance occupant comfort while minimizing energy consumption. Topics include thermal comfort models, passive and active design strategies, energy-efficient HVAC systems, and the role of renewable energy sources in maintaining thermal comfort. By integrating multidisciplinary approaches, this Special Issue provides valuable insights for architects, engineers, policymakers, and researchers focused on creating sustainable and resilient built environments in the face of evolving climatic conditions.

Format
  • Hardback
License and Copyright
© 2024 by the authors; CC BY-NC-ND license
Keywords
complex smart window; smart skin; zero-energy buildings; suspended particle display; energy savings; lighting-guide glass; dimming control LED; optimal control; n/a; energy efficiency; medical building; tropical climate; thermal restauration; Building Information Modeling; IFC to simulation; thermal comfort; building performance simulation; climate change; HVAC; thermal comfort; green buildings; outdoor air conditioning; indoor air quality; decentralized ventilation; school environment; public building; natural ventilation; wind pressure; energy saving; indoor environment; active design strategies; energy-efficient architecture; solar panel system; parametric design; shading structure; solar energy; near-zero-energy buildings; natural ventilation; variable volume air-to-air heat pump; ventilation unit; control level; efficiency; heat pump; indoor air quality; thermal adaptive comfort; DesignbuilderTM; monitoring; school buildings; natural ventilation; energy efficiency; historic buildings; heritage conservation; thermography; energy audit