There has been increasing interest in green and recyclable materials to promote the circular
economy. Moreover, the climate change of the last decades has led to an increase in the …

In this work, the use of recycled waste paper (RWP) in weight ratios of 25%, 50%, and 75%,
with phase change material (PCM) within polyvinyl chloride (PVC) panels was investigated …

Hydrogel-based evaporative cooling, which mimics perspiration of mammals, provides great
potential to reduce energy consumption for thermal regulation. Yet, environmental heat gain …

Probabilistic methods can be used to account for uncertainties in hygrothermal analysis of
building envelopes. This paper presents methods for robust mould reliability analysis and …

There is an increasing demand for highly efficient thermal insulating materials in buildings.
This study presents a novel solution incorporating nanomaterials, such as silica aerogel …

Hygrothermal performance of buildings is one key element to the sustainable design, health,
and comfort of the indoor environment. Building sustainability depends on all associated …

Poultry has become the primary source of dietary protein consumed globally and as a result
the by-product feathers are an increasingly problematic industrial waste. Develo** a …

There is currently a growing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly materials.
One promising candidate is hemp shiv, which is considered waste material. hemp shiv …

The creation of high-performance thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials is of great
importance for minimizing energy consumption and reducing fire risk for modern buildings …

Aerogels owe their high thermal insulation and other unique properties to their
nanostructure configuration. However, controlling the aerogels' morphology is always a …