Advancements in residential net-zero energy buildings (NZEBs) could significantly reduce
energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. NZEB design considerations broadly …

Smart home technologies refer to devices that provide some degree of digitally connected,
automated, or enhanced services to building occupants. Smart homes have become central …

Buildings are a major primary energy consumer in the world energy sector, with a value of
about 40% of total energy consumption. The absence of traditional sources of energy …

The enhancement of energy performance of buildings has become a pillar of energy
policies. The main target is the cut of energy consumption to reduce buildings footprint. This …

In this paper, we present a technology summary and update on the latest research advances
in luminescent solar concentrators (LSCs). LSCs are optoelectronic devices based on a sun …

Abstract The concept of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) has emerged to facilitate the energy
transition and contribute to climate neutrality through energy efficiency and net zero energy …

This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of three-decade research
developments in the field of Net-Zero Energy Buildings (NZEBs) by using bibliometric …

Desiccants play vital roles in dehumidification and atmospheric water harvesting; however,
current desiccants have mediocre hygroscopicity, limited recyclability, and high energy …

The reduction of energy consumption in buildings is an important pillar of the European
strategy to ensure that future climate and energy targets are reached. This paper focuses on …

Urban areas are critical in accomplishing the clean energy transition and meeting the
climate goals in the Paris Agreement. The first part of this paper presents a systematic …