Identifying urban, transportation, and socioeconomic characteristics across US zip codes affecting CO2 emissions: A decision tree analysis
June 2025
•DT technique demonstrates a robust prediction model of CO2 emissions.•DT technique identifies the critical factors and provides an interpretable model.•The multidisciplinary approaches are vital in...
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A multicriteria method to identify and rank IEQ criticalities: Measurements and applications for existing school buildings
June 2025
•A method aimed at identifying and rating IEQ critical aspect is proposed.•The proposed method is designed for existing school buildings.•The method is tested on a sample of university classrooms.•The...
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Balanced operation strategies of district heating systems based on dynamic hydraulic-thermal modeling
June 2025
•The dynamic hydraulic-thermal modeling is conducted.•The heating imbalance of primary side return temperatures is defined.•Particle swarm optimization algorithm is used to optimize valve opening s...
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Breaking barriers: Unearthing the hindrances to embracing energy economics principles in Nigerian building projects
June 2025
•Study reveals barriers to energy economics principles (EEPs) adoption.•Financial constraints, policy gaps and tech limitations emerge prominently.•The study provides guidance to policymakers and industry...
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Overview of the application status and development trends of hydropower and geothermal power in New Zealand
June 2025
•New Zealand is committed to reaching 0 % CO2 emission by 2050.•Hydropower and geothermal power in New Zealand are overviewed.•Hydropower plays a critical and a dominant role in New Zealand.•Various...
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A review of photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) technology applied in building environment control
June 2025
•Photovoltaic/thermal hybrid solar technology.•Application of PV/T in building environment.•PV/T regulates temperature, humidity, and indoor pollutants....
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Thermal energy storage materials designed from recycled Tetra Pak waste and paraffin waxes with enhanced photothermal conversion efficiencies
June 2025
•A new PCM composite utilizes LDPE/Al part of Tetra Pak waste for thermal storage.•Improved thermal conductivity and photoabsorption of PCM composite by Al in TP waste.•High photothermal conversion...
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Investigation of Theoretical Models, Pumping-Recharge Well Arrangements and System Performance of Abandoned Mine Water Source Heat Pump
June 2025
•Establishing a theoretical model and solution conditions for the aquifer in goaf.•The most reasonable model was selected from 14 well layouts.•A simulation model was developed for heating systems in...
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Experimental study of the effects of siestas on the nocturnal sleep quality and thermal comfort levels under thermoneutral environment in summer
June 2025
•Siestas were found to have influences on the nocturnal sleep quality.•Higher thermal comfort levels were reported in the siesta group.•Siesta group had higher dopamine concentrations compared with...
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Effect of thermal bridges on the energy performance of Chinese residential buildings
June 2025
•Effect of thermal bridges on energy performance of residential buildings was studied.•Thermal bridges have a significant effect on the building energy demand.•A higher insulation level results in an...
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Investigation on inherent angle ventilation control of residential kitchen range hoods
June 2025
•Analysis of the exhaust characteristics of side-suction range hoods.•Analyzing the effects of different operations on pollutant capture efficiency.•Implement targeted control strategies in different...
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Molecular dynamics simulation of temperature and concentration distribution at liquid-gas interface during liquid air storage process
June 2025
•The microscopic phenomenon of liquid air evaporation during storage is studied.•The temperature and concentration distribution of liquid air interface is disclosed.•The effect of heat flux on the transport...
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Infectious diseases prevention and control with reduced energy consumption in an airport
June 2025
•Energy consumption can be reduced by 60 %-79 % considering dynamic passenger flow.•Level of pandemic prevention and control is proportional to personnel density.•Closing dining area during the pandemic...
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Review on operation control of cold thermal energy storage in cooling systems
June 2025
•Component, applications, and operation control of CTES system are reviewed.•Cold storage medium is a key factor to improve the CTES system performance.•Introducing passive and active cooling systems...
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Performance evaluation of a rotary dehumidifier with molecular sieve desiccant using coupled regeneration mode: Experimental investigation
April 2025
•Experimental analysis of a rotary dehumidifier with molecular sieve desiccant.•Performance analysis of solid desiccant dehumidifier using coupled regeneration mode.•Full waste heat from condenser and...
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Dual Harnessing of Air Conditioning Exhaust: PV Cooling and Dishwasher Drying
April 2025
•AC exhaust for PV panel cooling increases the electric efficiency by 5 to 50%.•Recovered hot air from PV panels is repurposed for dishwasher drying.•Recuperated thermal energy achieves remarkable efficiency...
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Advancements in cooling techniques for enhanced efficiency of solar photovoltaic panels: A detailed comprehensive review and innovative classification
April 2025
•A detailed comprehensive review of photovoltaic panel cooling techniques.•Original classification system for cooling methods applied to photovoltaic panels.•Valuable guidance for future research and...
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Enhancing ventilation in street canyons using adjustable roof-level wind flow deflectors
April 2025
•Wind deflectors reduced overall street canyon CO concentration (2.84 folds in 2D).•Benefit of adjustable deflectors tested for 2D and extended to 3D scenarios.•Adjustable deflectors were effective...
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Numerical investigation of falling film generation outside vertical tube with ammonia-water nanofluid
April 2025
•A numerical model of ammonia-water falling film generation outside was established.•Obtained the distributions of temperature, concentration and velocity field of film.•The influences of external operating...
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Simulation and performance research of absorption heat pump unit based on R134a-DMF working fluid pair
April 2025
•Thermal-physical parameters of R134a, DMF and their different combinations.•Establish the mathematical model of each component of the absorption heat pump unit.•Influence of external factors on performance...
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Performance evaluation of different building envelopes integrated with phase change materials in tropical climates
April 2025
•A multiobjective algorithm is used to optimise the performance of the building.•Different melting temperatures, thicknesses, and positions of PCMs are considered.•Four distinctive climatic zones are...
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A review of shape stabilized aerogel-based phase change materials for preparation, classification and applications
April 2025
•Preparation methods of aerogel-based PCMs from different materials.•Multifunctional response mechanism of aerogel-based PCMs.•Improvement of thermophysical and mechanical properties of aerogel-based...
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Indoor thermal comfort comparison between passive solar house with active solar heating and without active solar heating in Tibetan
April 2025
•Coupling of solar active heating system and passive solar house in Tibetan.•PMV-PPD and LPD method are used to compare and evaluate the indoor environment.•Indoor temperature of the test building exceeded...
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Experimental studies on the heat transfer performance of MHP-PV/T enhanced by Reynolds number
April 2025
•With R141b in the MHPs, total efficiency of MHP-PV/T system is enhanced.•A three-dimensional mathematical model for PV/T module is established.•Re and h of R141b in the MHPs are proposed to enhance...
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The extreme high cooling capacity thermoelectric cooler optimal design for kilowatts scale thermoelectric air-conditioner of high-speed railway carriage
April 2025
•One 1HP TEAC system with 16 TECs was designed for high-speed railway.•One extreme high cooling capacity TEC was designed, i.e. 350 W at ∆T = 10 °C.•The flow and temperature fields within the carriage...
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