Phase change materials (PCMs) have great potentials to be used in modern building
materials to stabilize indoor temperature fluctuations for improving thermal comfort. This …

Energy storages are key elements for the design and operation of nearly-zero-energy
buildings. They are necessary to properly manage the intermittency of energy supply and …

In this study, a simple storage wall (Trombe wall) was built and tested in winter days in
Baghdad City. The wall area was 1 m2 facing south. The wall consisted of wooden box …

Phase change materials (PCM) in the construction industry became attractive because of
several interesting attributes, such as thermo-physical parameters, open air atmospheric …

At present, the energy requirements in buildings are majorly met from non-renewable
sources where the contribution of renewable sources is still in its initial stage. Meeting the …

This important study details how economically viable renewable energy systems are in
building and construction. The document begins with an intriguing discussion of renewable …

The present investigation addresses the issue of thermal insulation of building walls. In
particular, the case of a wall subjected to Mediterranean climatic conditions, typical for the …

Algeria's energy needs are actually satisfied mainly through the use of hydrocarbons.
Demand for energy is growing exponentially because the population is growing massively …

The present investigation addresses the issue of thermal insulation of building walls. In
particular, the case of a wall subjected to Mediterranean climatic conditions, typical for the …

Building sector has contributed the largest energy consumption, and most energy is
consumed by existing buildings. Rate of replacing the old buildings is only around 1.0–3.0 …