Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Construction and Building Materials
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 December 2024 | Viewed by 19109
Special Issue Editors
Interests: building materials; sustainability; energy efficiency
Interests: construction and building materials; concrete technology; sustainable materials; computational materials science
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
With growing concerns over climate change and the depletion of natural resources, the construction industry has recognized the urgent need for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly practices. This Special Issue delves into the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in the realm of energy-efficient and sustainable construction and building materials. With a strong emphasis on energy-efficient practices and environmental responsibility, this Special Issue explores key topics such as phase change materials (PCMs), sustainable building materials, concrete innovations, and thermal insulation.
The selected articles and studies within this Special Issue highlight recent research and developments in energy-efficient building design, showcasing the potential of phase change materials (PCMs), proper thermal insulation, and innovative building envelope design to optimize thermal performance and reduce energy consumption. Furthermore, the importance of sustainable building materials derived from renewable sources, recycled materials, and low-carbon alternatives are also emphasized in this Special Issue.
Dr. Mohammad Hajmohammadian Baghban
Dr. Davoud Tavakoli
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- phase change material (PCM)
- sustainable building materials
- green concrete
- energy-efficient buildings
- sustainability
- building envelope
- thermal insulation
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