The recently proposed scalable-manufactured randomized glass-polymer hybrid
metamaterial (ie metamaterial film) exhibits good energy-saving potential for building …

Recently, urban regions are experiencing prolonged heat exposure due to climate change
and increased population expansion. Physiological, psychological and behavioural …

The increasing energy consumption levels of buildings within Europe call for controlled
consumption and improvements to energy savings and efficiency and effective energy …

Estimating energy flows that affect temperature increases inside houses is crucial for
optimizing building design and enhancing the comfort of living spaces. In this study, a …

The thermal behavior of three different walls, made with and without by-products, is
assessed by means of the Finite Element Method, aiming to evaluate its performance in …

Bioclimatic design knowledge and measures, including passive techniques and natural
ventilation cooling, are urgently for building renovation to mitigate global warming. The …

The room's plan shape, the area of the window, and the impact of the materials are
significant parameters in determining the thermal needs of buildings. In traditional houses of …

This paper evaluates the indoor temperature and relative humidity of three construction
systems in a Dominican social housing scheme, located in different micro-climates present …

Globally, the building sector is a major consumer of primary energy sources and a significant
contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. As a result of modernization of civilizations …

Abstract The Galapagos Islands are the world's second-largest marine reserve, declared a
World Heritage Site in 1978 by UNESCO, and are located in a hot and humid climate zone …