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Houses by the sea in Montenegro
Climate-change-induced overheating prevention capacity of Montenegrin residential buildings
The study evaluates the capacity of Montenegrin residential buildings to prevent overheating by analysing building features, occupant behaviour, and climate data, highlighting the need for proactive policies and improved passive design measures to address increasing overheating risks under future climate conditions.
Luca Papapietro
A bird eye view of a district
Enhancing sustainability metrics in Positive Energy Districts
A study on two Italian residential renovation projects highlights how Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) leverage energy efficiency, lifecycle assessments, and green certifications to promote sustainable urban development and energy self-sufficiency.
Luca Papapietro
Sunlight coming through a window
Optimising energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality parameters in building design
This review examines 82 studies on multi-objective optimisation in low-energy buildings, focusing on energy, thermal comfort, and air quality, highlighting key trends, methods, and future research opportunities, particularly with AI advancements.
Luca Papapietro