In the current scenario of massive urbanization and global climate change, the urban
surfaces and their characteristics have a key role, as they significantly influence the quality …

Highlights► Challenges and barriers to the potential green roof retrofit in HK are
discussed.► Simulation models are developed to study the feasibility of green roof …

Cities are rapidly growing and need to look for ways to optimize resource consumption.
Metropolises are especially vulnerable in three main systems, often referred to as the FEW …

This paper examines the early phases of a 21st century energy transition that involves
distributed generation technologies employing low or zero carbon emission power sources …

This research investigates the maximum potential energy that can be made available by
efficiently installing photovoltaic (PV) systems on buildings throughout a city, from the central …

I am also thankful for the support and engagement from my colleagues from the Centre for
Design. In particular I would like to thank Dr Stephen Clune, Adjunct Professor Alan Pears …

There is an over reliance on cost-benefit analysis in the policy development and evaluation
of sustainable housing outcomes. This paper presents both qualitative and quantitative …

Green roofs provide multiple benefits to households and urban neighbourhoods by lowering
temperatures, reducing energy costs, and reducing stormwater runoff. However, green roofs …

Australia provides great potential as a case study for renewable energy governance. It is a
large continent with a comparatively small and highly urbanised population. It possesses …

In the current scenario of massive urbanization and global climate change, the United
Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development identifies among the main goals the …