Essays about: "low-energy buildings"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 47 essays containing the words low-energy buildings.

  1. 1. Effects of Energy Performance Improving Measures on a 1990's Brick House in Southern Czech Republic : Computer Simulations using IDA-ICE

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

    Author : Vaclav Panek; [2023]
    Keywords : Final energy demand; Primary energy demand; Energy performance; Refurbishment; Single-family house; Space heating;

    Abstract : The residential sector was responsible for 25% of the Final Energy Demand (FED) in the European Union in 2015. Countries in Central and Eastern Europe such as the Czech Republic are particularly concerned with ensuring security of supply at the lowest possible cost in recent years. READ MORE

  3. 2. ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT OF USING RECYCLED MATERIALS IN WALL INSULATION : Energy management for sustainable cities, ETC building project.

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Karima Alothman alsaghir; [2023]
    Keywords : Residual buildings; Walls insulation; Recycled materials; Thermal conductivity; IDAICE software; Climate-smart building; Thermo-environmental assessment; Thermo-economic assessment.;

    Abstract : Recycled material has attracted extensive interest due to its positive impact on decarbonization in the building sector. At the same time, utilizing these materials is limited. The main objective of this degree project is to provide a better understanding of recycled materials and their role in environmental and economic aspects. READ MORE

  4. 3. Analysis and simultaion of underfloor heating system for bathrooms in Swedish buildings

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

    Author : Andreu Fàbregas; [2023]
    Keywords : underfloor heating system; insulation; heating loss; energy use; building energy balance; transmission loss;

    Abstract : The pursuit of reducing energy consumption and enhancing thermal efficiency across various sectors to foster sustainable practices has gained significant prominence in recent years, driven by the global environmental crisis. Sweco consultancy has undertaken a study focusing on underfloor heating systems for bathrooms in low-energy buildings located in Sweden. READ MORE

  5. 4. Energy flows and potential energy development strategies in RoRo ports: A study based on the Port of Trelleborg

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Gabriele Gonzales; [2023]
    Keywords : RoRo Ports; Energy Flows; Energy Development; Energy Strategies; Renewable Energy; Ports; Energy Hub; Energy Storage; Hydrogen; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The recent push for decarbonization in the maritime sector presents an opportunity for ports to strengthen their position as energy hubs. This work studies the existing energy flows in the Port of Trelleborg, one of Europe's biggest roll-on, roll-off ports, and proposes some energy-related development strategies. READ MORE

  6. 5. Low Energy Building Materials Suitable for Bhutanese Architecture - Wood Wool Slab

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Dekar Wangchuk; [2022]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Rammed earth is commonly used to construct traditional Bhutanese buildings. In colder areas, the thermal performance of these buildings is poor leading to the easy ingress of cold air demanding more heating energy to make a comfortable indoor climate. READ MORE