Urban energy use modeling is important for understanding and managing energy
performance in cities. However, the existing methods and tools have limitations in …

Abstract Building Energy Simulation (BES) tools play a key role in the optimization of the
building system during the different phases, from pre-design through commissioning to …

To face the challenge of climate change and achieve the decarbonization target set by the
European Union, the current trend is to electrify building services, replacing the use of fossil …

Novel solutions need to be further developed to continue to improve the energy efficiency of
buildings achieved over the last few decades. One of these innovative systems is the use of …

A large number of Building Energy Simulation (BES) tools with a different focus and degree
of detail are available however, increasing the model complexity usually increases the …

Abstract The Mogao Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, draws numerous tourists each
year, yet the impact of their visitation and the cave accessibility on the cave's murals remains …

This study aims to address the issue of reducing heating loads in buildings located in cold
climates, particularly in buildings of worship, by investigating the effects of various proposals …

To face the challenge of climate change and achieve the decarbonization target set by the
European Union, the current trend is to electrify building services, replacing the use of fossil …