The global effects of climate change will increase the frequency and intensity of extreme
events such as heatwaves and power outages, which have consequences for buildings and …

Over the recent decades, the excessive consumption of fossil fuels and its ensuing problems
has become a major issue of concern in many countries. This paper assesses the effect of …

As a large energy-consuming part of the envelope, windows and shading system play a
significant role in building savings. Once established in the primary design stage, it is difficult …

Disadvantaged communities face a growing threat to staying safe during heat waves,
especially during coincident power outages. This study develops a methodology to evaluate …

Relocatable, transportable or off-site constructed lightweight buildings typically undergo
sharp indoor temperature fluctuations in the heating and cooling seasons due to the lack of …

Morocco's building sector accounts for about 25% of the country's total energy consumption,
including 18% for residential and 7% for the services sector. This energy consumption is …

This study investigates the thermal and energetic dynamics of primary school classrooms in
a Mediterranean climate in Khoualed Abdel Hakeem, Ain Temouchent County, Algeria. The …

Urban areas face multiple environmental challenges that interact with climate change,
including the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Plants can be a nature-based solution for UHI …

The provision of housing for displaced victims is fundamental to their survival. Although
many studies have detailed reasonable techniques for improving the indoor thermal …

Prefabricated construction (PC) is an increasingly popular method of construction utilized
globally due to its high productivity and efficient performance. PC as an advanced building …