Following a rapid increase in the use of air conditioning in buildings of all types, the energy demand for powering such devices has become a significant cause

Following a rapid increase in the use of air conditioning in buildings of all types, the energy demand for powering such devices has become a significant cause

Energy use in buildings in the EU represents about 40% of the total annual energy consumption. With greater awareness of the need to reduce energy consumption c

New buildings can be designed to be solar oriented, naturally heated and cooled, naturally lit and ventilated, and made with renewable, sustainable materials—

There is a growing concern about fluctuating energy prices, energy security, and the impact of climate change. Buildings are amongst the primary energy consumer