The book covers chapters ranging from introduction to recent technological challenges, case studies of energy-efficient buildings with policy and awareness issues, fundamentals and present status along with research updates and future aspects on topics focusing on energy-efficient construction, materials.
Provides comprehensive information on energy efficient buildings including policy and energy audit aspects with case studies
Discusses technical details related to phase change materials and renewable energy
Reviews role of solar passive concepts, BIPV and power generation in green buildings
Covers relevant topics pertinent to construction, policy, audit and renewable technology
Examines application of PCMs in passive heating and cooling in buildings, role of active TES and energy saving potential
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction to Energy Efficient Building Development and Sustainability Chapter 2 : An Introduction of Zero Energy Lab as a Test Bed : Concept, Features, and Application Chapter 3 : Building Envelops : A Passive Way to Achieve Energy Sustainability Through Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 4 : Passive and Low Energy Buildings Chapter 5 : Energy Efficient Building Construction and Embodied Energy Chapter 6 : BIPV (Building Integrated Photovoltaic) as Power Generator for Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 7 : Energy Conservation Potential Through Thermal Energy Storage Medium in Buildings Chapter 8 : Silica Aerogel Blankets as Super Insulating Material for Developing Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 9 : Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Systems for Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 10 : Improving Energy Efficiency in Buildings : Challenges and Opportunities in The European Context Chapter 11 : Advances in Simulation Studies for Developing Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 12 : Advances in Energy Efficient Buildings for New and Old Buildings Chapter 13 : Role and Impact of Policy on Growth of Green Buildings in India : Impact on Sustainability Through Energy Efficient Buildings Chapter 14 : Energy Efficient Buildings : Technology to Policy and Awareness
