Abstract Reaching the European Union's 2030 targets for primary energy use (PE) and CO 2
emissions (CE) requires an accurate assessment of how different technologies perform on …

The energy needs of a Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) are fully met by renewable energy
sources. Nevertheless, the time span of the energy balance can affect the effective energy …

Whole-building dynamic simulation has been increasingly adopted as a tool to non-
invasively investigate possible strategies to improve energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and …

The development and utilization of urban underground space have contributed to more
excavation of ancient tombs in recent years. The microclimate in the burial environment is …

The European Union strives for sharp reductions in both CO2 emissions as well as primary
energy use. Electricity consuming technologies are becoming increasingly important in this …

ABSTRACT Green concepts and Building Information Modeling (BIM) are increasingly
adopted in construction processes, including new and heritage buildings, to achieve …

Energy efficiency in the built environment is gaining ground due to policies to mitigate
climate change impact. This contribution focuses on investigating the role of Key …

This chapter summarizes the research activities and main outcomes of the groups engaged
in Thermal Engineering and Building Energy Systems, in the decade 2013–2023. The …

Abstract In Spain and other Mediterranean countries, some museums lack cooling and
ventilation systems. They usually are located in historical buildings with heritage protection …

Lithuanian A++ buildings are highly energy-efficient, but their heating systems still require
energy to operate, and the type of energy used can have a significant impact on the …