Building envelope insulation is crucial for an energy-efficient and comfortable indoor
environment because the envelope accounts for 50–60% of total heat gain/loss in a …

Phase change materials (PCMs) proved to be valuable and drew the attention of numerous
scientists striving to establish novel techniques to minimize energy consumption and expand …

The textile industry is a large source of pollution due to the production of raw materials
(natural and synthetic fibers), preparation and finishing processes, as well as due to textile …

The effective application of solid waste in building insulation materials is of great
significance to the global economic and social development, because energy shortages and …

Fabric waste recycling is one of the key aspects to consider in moving towards circular
economy in textiles. The demand for fabric waste recycling is primarily driven by the …

Epoxy plastic, a form of epoxy resin, is widely employed in a variety of sectors due to its
superior mechanical qualities and adaptability. The application of waste epoxy plastic in …

Fast-changing fashion trends have resulted in increases in textile production and waste
generation. The environmental impacts of the production, consumption and end-of-life of …

Abstract Phase Change Materials (PCM) are used in the building walls to maximize thermal
energy storage and to keep humans at a comfortable temperature by releasing and …

The primary objective of this study is to develop and characterize from cardboard waste and
plant fibers new thermal insulation materials. For this purpose, we used separately four …

Every year, a massive volume of textile waste is disposed of in a landfill or incinerated,
contributing to resource loss and environmental consequences. Researchers are using …