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EcoEnergy, EarlyView.This review highlights emerging integrated energy systems based on perovskite photovoltaics, including PSC–thermoelectric, photovoltaic–electrochemical, self‐charging, and building‐integrated architectures. By coupling multiple energy conversion and storage pathways, these multifunctional platforms enable enhanced solar utilization, improved stability,
Yihuai Huang +10 more
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Quantum potential energy: Adaptive facades in architecture
Sustainable Engineering and InnovationThis paper addressed the topic of creating quantum architecture through human awareness to transform the formal and spatial elements of architecture according to its environmental sustainability compatible with nature.
Batool Mowafaq Kadhim +2 more
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Hygroscopy and adaptive architectural façades:an overview
, 2023 Hygroscopic properties of wood have been utilized in adaptive façades to respond to variation in humidity levels. Shape-shifting materials have been developed to replace mechanical actuators that respond to climatic variation with zero-energy consumption.
Abdelmohsen, Sherif +3 more
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Fluorescent Colored Passive Radiative Cooling Based on Carbon Dots for Cooling Power Recovery
EcoEnergy, EarlyView.We demonstrate colored passive radiative coolers consisting of a highly reflective porous ceramic base covered by an eco‐friendly luminescent carbon dot‐polymer composite, with two types of carbon dots enabling conversion of either ultraviolet or visible light, respectively.
Lin Liang +12 more
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Fire‐Safe Polymeric Insulation Foams for Energy‐Efficient and Low‐Carbon Buildings
ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.This review systematically summarizes recent advances in fire‐safe polymeric insulation foams, emphasizing the balance among flame retardancy, thermal insulation, mechanical reliability, and long‐term durability. By linking material‐level thermophysical properties with building cooling‐energy demand and operational carbon emissions, it establishes a ...
Qinhe Guo +10 more
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Monitoring energy and comfort performance of transparent adaptive façades
, 2015 The latest European energy policy aimed at reducing the energy demand and CO2 emissions due to the building sector has been pushing researchers, designers, manufacturers and contractors towards the development of novel concepts and technical solutions ...
Bianco, Lorenza +3 more
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Environmental Policy and Governance, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Local environmental politics in China is often said to be dominated by state‐controlled modes of multi‐level governance. However, top‐down governance is embedded within and transformed by local politics, adding complexity to governance practices and environmental outcomes.
Minsi Liu, Kevin Lo
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Adaptive high-performance and multifunctional façade systems
Frontiers in Built EnvironmentAdaptive, high-performance and multifunctional façades are recognized as key contributors to the EU’s climate-neutral agenda, as outlined in Directive (EU) 2024/1275, the Renovation Wave, and Horizon Europe initiatives.
Maria Matheou +3 more
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, 2008 Façade technology of the 20th century is related to the dissolution of the massive wall into a separation of structure and façade. Looking at the development of façade technology, after 60 years of curtain wall systems, 30 years of element-façade systems
Bilow, Marcel +2 more
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Impact of Sahelian Climate Variables on Solar Photovoltaic Output
Energy Science &Engineering, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Solar photovoltaic (PV) energy is a critical pathway for advancing the energy transition in the Sahel. However, PV module performance in this region is strongly constrained by extreme climatic conditions. This study investigates the effects of (1) wind speed, (2) relative humidity, (3) temperature, (4) dust deposition, and (5) solar irradiance
Koraou Nomaou Abdou‐Rahimou +5 more
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