Advanced Studies in Indoor Thermal Comfort and Energy Efficiency for Buildings

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on optimizing the built environment to enhance human well-being while reducing energy consumption and seeks to attract studies focusing on models of human thermal perception for built environments, including the prediction of thermal comfort and recognition of occupants’ thermal needs across various thermal conditions. Meanwhile, studies exploring advanced HVAC systems, smart controls utilizing AI and IoT for predictive operation, innovative building envelope designs (e.g., dynamic glazing, high-performance insulation, phase-change materials), and integration with renewable energy sources are welcomed.

Key objectives include achieving thermal comfort conditions with a high rate of satisfaction, minimizing energy footprints through passive design strategies, efficient active systems, and occupant-centric automation. The ultimate goal is to promote studies that develop holistic, sustainable solutions for the creation of healthy, productive indoor spaces resilient to climate change, and bring new insights on the way to global decarbonization and net-zero buildings.

Prof. Dr. Haiying Wang
Dr. Yongming Ji
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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