Although currently,a large part of the existing buildings is considered inefficient in terms of energy,the ability to save energy consumption up to 80%has been proven in residential and commercial buildings.Also,carbo...Although currently,a large part of the existing buildings is considered inefficient in terms of energy,the ability to save energy consumption up to 80%has been proven in residential and commercial buildings.Also,carbon dioxide is one of the most important greenhouse gases contributing to climate change and is responsible for 60%of global warming.The facade of the building,as the main intermediary between the interior and exterior spaces,plays a significant role in adjusting the weather conditions and providing thermal comfort to the residents.In this research,715 different scenarios were defined with the combination of various types of construction materials,and the effect of each of these scenarios on the process of energy loss from the surface of the external walls of the building during the operation period was determined.In the end,these scenarios were compared during a one-year operation period,and the amount of energy consumption in each of these scenarios was calculated.Also,bymeasuring the amount of carbon emissions in buildings during the operation period and before that,let’s look at practical methods to reduce the effects of the construction industry on the environment.By comparing the research findings,it can be seen that the ranking of each scenario in terms of total energy consumption is not necessarily the same as the ranking of energy consumption for gas consumption or electricity consumption for the same scenario.That is,choosing the optimal scenario depends on the type of energy consumed in the building.Finally,we determined the scenarios with the lowest and highest amounts of embodied and operational carbon.In the end,we obtained the latent carbon compensation period for each scenario.This article can help designers and construction engineers optimize the energy consumption of buildings by deciding on the right materials.展开更多
This year summarizes the experience of industrialization of vacuum glazing in the past twenty years.A series of technical difficulties have been solved to start the first global mass production of high-quality vacuum ...This year summarizes the experience of industrialization of vacuum glazing in the past twenty years.A series of technical difficulties have been solved to start the first global mass production of high-quality vacuum glass.High quality means high performance and long life which are interrelated.A mass production line must be able to achieve these two requirements if it is to produce vacuum glazing products that can be accepted by the society.With a U-value of 0.4 W/m²·K based on Low-E(low emissivity)with an emissivity of 0.03 the door is wide open for further solutions.Time,gradually to improve costs,maximizes output and develops innovative solutions of advanced window and façade systems combining complete new features like smart glasses,intelligent lamella systems in hybrid VG-IG solutions changing the building world towards“Energy plus Houses”.Market demand will rapidly increase with completely new options.Cost saving means to balance additional advantages for savings against system costs of window or façade elements.Due to promotion of energy saving and emission reduction,both,subjective and objective conditions for industrialization of vacuum glasses are perfect;the building world is waiting for it,since long.There is a lot to investigate and to gain for business success.展开更多
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/energy-and-buildings/vol/348/suppl/C Volume 348,1 December 2025[OA](1)Active prefabricated façade with building-integrated photovoltaic(APF-BIPV)technologies for high energy ...https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/energy-and-buildings/vol/348/suppl/C Volume 348,1 December 2025[OA](1)Active prefabricated façade with building-integrated photovoltaic(APF-BIPV)technologies for high energy efficient building renovation:a systematic review of recent research advancements by Graziano Salvalai,Feiyu Zhao,Article 116440 Abstract:Active Prefabricated Fa ade with building-integrated photovoltaic(APF-BIPV)technologies used in the prefabricated building envelope component offer a promising approach to energy-efficient building renovation,combining renewable energy generation with modular construction advantages.This study systematically reviews APF-BIPV technologies,assessing their technological development,performance optimization,economic feasibility,and policy implications.Based on PRISMA methodology,the review includes not only peer-reviewed publications from Scopus and Web of Science but also analyzes research outputs from European-funded projects,highlighting the significant technological advancements that have transformed prefabricated fa ade components from basic cladding systems into highly integrated,multifunctional building elements,integrating PV technology for renewable energy production.展开更多
文摘Although currently,a large part of the existing buildings is considered inefficient in terms of energy,the ability to save energy consumption up to 80%has been proven in residential and commercial buildings.Also,carbon dioxide is one of the most important greenhouse gases contributing to climate change and is responsible for 60%of global warming.The facade of the building,as the main intermediary between the interior and exterior spaces,plays a significant role in adjusting the weather conditions and providing thermal comfort to the residents.In this research,715 different scenarios were defined with the combination of various types of construction materials,and the effect of each of these scenarios on the process of energy loss from the surface of the external walls of the building during the operation period was determined.In the end,these scenarios were compared during a one-year operation period,and the amount of energy consumption in each of these scenarios was calculated.Also,bymeasuring the amount of carbon emissions in buildings during the operation period and before that,let’s look at practical methods to reduce the effects of the construction industry on the environment.By comparing the research findings,it can be seen that the ranking of each scenario in terms of total energy consumption is not necessarily the same as the ranking of energy consumption for gas consumption or electricity consumption for the same scenario.That is,choosing the optimal scenario depends on the type of energy consumed in the building.Finally,we determined the scenarios with the lowest and highest amounts of embodied and operational carbon.In the end,we obtained the latent carbon compensation period for each scenario.This article can help designers and construction engineers optimize the energy consumption of buildings by deciding on the right materials.
文摘This year summarizes the experience of industrialization of vacuum glazing in the past twenty years.A series of technical difficulties have been solved to start the first global mass production of high-quality vacuum glass.High quality means high performance and long life which are interrelated.A mass production line must be able to achieve these two requirements if it is to produce vacuum glazing products that can be accepted by the society.With a U-value of 0.4 W/m²·K based on Low-E(low emissivity)with an emissivity of 0.03 the door is wide open for further solutions.Time,gradually to improve costs,maximizes output and develops innovative solutions of advanced window and façade systems combining complete new features like smart glasses,intelligent lamella systems in hybrid VG-IG solutions changing the building world towards“Energy plus Houses”.Market demand will rapidly increase with completely new options.Cost saving means to balance additional advantages for savings against system costs of window or façade elements.Due to promotion of energy saving and emission reduction,both,subjective and objective conditions for industrialization of vacuum glasses are perfect;the building world is waiting for it,since long.There is a lot to investigate and to gain for business success.
文摘https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/energy-and-buildings/vol/348/suppl/C Volume 348,1 December 2025[OA](1)Active prefabricated façade with building-integrated photovoltaic(APF-BIPV)technologies for high energy efficient building renovation:a systematic review of recent research advancements by Graziano Salvalai,Feiyu Zhao,Article 116440 Abstract:Active Prefabricated Fa ade with building-integrated photovoltaic(APF-BIPV)technologies used in the prefabricated building envelope component offer a promising approach to energy-efficient building renovation,combining renewable energy generation with modular construction advantages.This study systematically reviews APF-BIPV technologies,assessing their technological development,performance optimization,economic feasibility,and policy implications.Based on PRISMA methodology,the review includes not only peer-reviewed publications from Scopus and Web of Science but also analyzes research outputs from European-funded projects,highlighting the significant technological advancements that have transformed prefabricated fa ade components from basic cladding systems into highly integrated,multifunctional building elements,integrating PV technology for renewable energy production.
