Eco-Innovative Envelope Systems – New Approaches to Sustainable Buildings

Dear Colleagues,

Energy efficiency, durability and sustainability are major concerns in different areas. The construction sector, particularly with regard to buildings, significantly impacts energy consumption and the increase in green gas emissions. As such, the building envelope constitutes an important element in the thermal response of the whole building. The durability increase of envelope systems also directly contributes to reducing the carbon footprint by extending their service life. New eco-innovative envelope systems may effectively raise buildings’ sustainability. To this end, the recent development of affordable micro and nanomaterials presents new application domains, particularly in the construction sector. In particular, the unique optical, catalytic or electronic properties of nanomaterials are paving the way for improved construction materials and the development of smart, green, durable, and more efficient buildings.

This Special Issue focuses on the most recent developments in envelope systems, such as new building materials, advanced envelope components, and adaptative solutions, from a sustainable and green perspective. Topics include (but are not limited to):

• Eco-innovative insulating materials;
• Nanotechnology applicable to building envelopes;
• High reflective and cool materials;
• Hygrothermal performance;
• Adaptative envelope systems;
• Energy efficiency in buildings;
• Durability and life cycle assessment of eco-innovative solutions.

Dr. Joana Maia
Dr. Joao Ventura
Guest Editors

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