This paper is a state-of-the-art literature review on spatial parameters for neighbourhood-
level solar potential studies. The objective of this review study is to provide a comprehensive …

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the design, implementation,
experimentation, and optimization of a novel evacuated flat-plate solar thermal collector …

The energy efficiency of residential buildings is a critical concern, especially in regions with
challenging climatic conditions like the Mediterranean. Despite numerous studies on energy …

Abstract According to the European Environment Agency, 85–95% of today's buildings will
still be standing in 2050. As a result, there is an urgent need to renovate existing buildings to …

The evolution of the architectural design process is associated with technological progress
and the constitution of the design team. The design process is continuously enhanced by the …

Today, Singapore is a thriving city-state representing a growth of almost eighty percent since
1990. A feasible combination of state authorities' planning, policy implementation, public …

This paper tested a newly developed visible sky ratio measure called QuVue in an actual
high-rise residential complex to determine its robustness and identify its limitations. QuVue …

Triggered by the global call for low-carbon design, the idea of “productivity for a building
envelope” has permeated the role of building to produce alternative (renewable) energy …

The demand for a continuous and extensive use of buildings in contemporary central
business districts without proper maintenance has led to an aging building stock. The need …

La morfología urbano-edilicia es una determinante en el consumo de energía y es relevante
en regiones áridas templadas con generoso recurso solar. Las ciudades insertas en zonas …