Multi-objective optimization for thermal comfort enhancement and greenhouse gas emission reduction in residential buildings applying retrofitting measures by an Enhanced Water Strider Optimization Algorithm: A case study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.egyr.2021.03.044
Abstract: Abstract The energy operation of the building can be enhanced by retrofitting actions considering that it influences the life quality of the residents. Since optimization of different retrofitting scenarios needs much time, a new method… read more here.
Keywords: greenhouse gas; optimization; study; thermal comfort ... See more keywords
Profitability of contracting business cases for shared photovoltaic generation and renovation measures in a residential multi-apartment building
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.121549
Abstract: Abstract This study investigates the profitability of implementing active and passive building retrofitting measures, either individually or combined, within the framework of contracting. Three contracting models are investigated: (i) Photovoltaic (PV) contracting, (ii) renovation contracting,… read more here.
Keywords: retrofitting measures; profitability; profitability contracting; contractor ... See more keywords