The global effects of climate change will increase the frequency and intensity of extreme
events such as heatwaves and power outages, which have consequences for buildings and …

The quest for water sustainability, energy conservation and environment-friendly
technologies has necessitated development of alternate water and energy resources that …

As conventional energy sources decrease and worldwide power demand grows, the appeal
of photovoltaic (PV) systems as sustainable and ecofriendly energy sources has grown. PV …

Solar reflectors are exposed to outdoor environments where dust accumulation is a primary
degrading factor on optical performance. In this study, the effect of dust accumulation on …

Considerable energy is used for cooling buildings in hot climates like those found in Gulf
Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Designing building envelopes for the purpose of …

Dust accumulation substantially impacts the efficiency and thermal behavior of photovoltaic
(PV) modules. Addressing a current knowledge gap, this article presents a comprehensive …

This study outlines the results of current and future climate scenarios, and potentially
realizable climate adaptation measures, for the city of Klagenfurt, Austria. For this purpose …

Due to the increasing demand for air conditioners to maintain thermal comfort in buildings, it
is necessary to search for alternatives that can reduce the soaring temperature and meet …

To raise awareness of the potential of passive technologies, this paper addresses the major
problem of maintaining the comfort of the built environment in the harsh climate of Saudi …

In regions with hot climatic conditions such as that in Saudi Arabia, a substantial share of
energy is used for cooling the buildings. Many studies have shown that cool (white) roofs …