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View article: Pictures of power play: Visual language and analysis of Victorian electricity
Pictures of power play: Visual language and analysis of Victorian electricity Open
View article: Energy performance gap in zero-energy buildings: A socio-technical complexity framework for risk assessment and mitigation
Energy performance gap in zero-energy buildings: A socio-technical complexity framework for risk assessment and mitigation Open
View article: Electroencephalography (EEG) for psychological hazards and mental health in construction safety automation: Algorithmic Systematic Review (ASR)
Electroencephalography (EEG) for psychological hazards and mental health in construction safety automation: Algorithmic Systematic Review (ASR) Open
View article: Carbon Footprint Variability in Engineered Wood Products for Timber Buildings: A Systematic Review of Carbon Accounting Methodologies
Carbon Footprint Variability in Engineered Wood Products for Timber Buildings: A Systematic Review of Carbon Accounting Methodologies Open
Engineered wood products (EWPs) and timber buildings are increasingly recognised for their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by storing biogenic carbon and replacing emission-intensive materials. This article systematically eval…
View article: AI in automated sustainable construction engineering management
AI in automated sustainable construction engineering management Open
View article: Sizing Behind-the-Meter Solar PV Systems for Water Distribution Networks
Sizing Behind-the-Meter Solar PV Systems for Water Distribution Networks Open
This study investigates three methods for sizing behind-the-meter (BTM) solar PV systems for pumped water distribution networks (WDNs). The three methods are (1) the industry method based on current industry practices, (2) the minimum tota…
View article: Achieving Pareto Optimum for Hybrid Geothermal–Solar (PV)–Gas Heating Systems: Minimising Lifecycle Cost and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieving Pareto Optimum for Hybrid Geothermal–Solar (PV)–Gas Heating Systems: Minimising Lifecycle Cost and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Open
This article investigates heating options for poultry houses (or sheds) in order to meet their specific indoor air temperature requirements, with case studies conducted across Australia under conditions similar to those encountered worldwi…
View article: Artificial neural networks for predicting the performance of heat pumps with horizontal ground heat exchangers
Artificial neural networks for predicting the performance of heat pumps with horizontal ground heat exchangers Open
A Ground Coupled Heat Pump (GCHP) is a highly energy efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system that utilises the ground as the heat source when heating and as the heat sink when cooling. This paper investigates GCH…
View article: Revealing the role of green roof substrate: limitations of simulated substrate temperatures for summer and winter day and night thermal performance in Melbourne, Australia
Revealing the role of green roof substrate: limitations of simulated substrate temperatures for summer and winter day and night thermal performance in Melbourne, Australia Open
Green roofs, integrated into conventional buildings, offer valuable thermal benefits, with extensive research and validated models focused on specific climates and summer conditions. However, their applicability requires further refinement…
View article: Exploring the Influence of Household Agent-Based Modelling on Whole-life Decarbonisation of Residential Buildings
Exploring the Influence of Household Agent-Based Modelling on Whole-life Decarbonisation of Residential Buildings Open
Besides the operational and embodied carbon associated with the physical building, how significant is the influence of the heterogenous nature of household decision making in whole-life decarbonisation of the housing sector? This paper inv…
View article: Assessing the opportunity for producing hemp-based insulation in the Australian market
Assessing the opportunity for producing hemp-based insulation in the Australian market Open
By-products (wastes or residues) of renewable materials have the potential to be manufactured into higher value fibre insulation products for the Australian market. Currently, such products have been imported for servicing the Australian m…
View article: Mechanical properties and life cycle greenhouse gas analysis of textile waste fibre-based concrete
Mechanical properties and life cycle greenhouse gas analysis of textile waste fibre-based concrete Open
The application of textile waste as an aggregate in concrete enhances sustainability in construction and promotes circular economy. This work develops a novel fibre-based concrete incorporating textile waste fibres. The experiments showed …
View article: Least-cost solutions to household energy supply decarbonisation in temperate and sub-tropical climates
Least-cost solutions to household energy supply decarbonisation in temperate and sub-tropical climates Open
Decarbonisation of building energy supply is key to achieving current targets of greenhouse gas emission reduction. However, the least-cost, net-zero supply of electrical and thermal loads in residential buildings is affected by building t…
View article: Achieving Pareto Optimum for Hybrid Geothermal-Solar (PV)-Gas Heating Systems: Minimising Lifecycle Cost and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieving Pareto Optimum for Hybrid Geothermal-Solar (PV)-Gas Heating Systems: Minimising Lifecycle Cost and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Open
View article: Liveable, healthy, sustainable: What are the key indicators for Melbourne neighbourhoods?
Liveable, healthy, sustainable: What are the key indicators for Melbourne neighbourhoods? Open
This research paper, the first arising from this research program, provides an overview of current academic and policy literature on liveability indicators. This literature review is intended to inform future work on the impact of planning…
View article: Artificial Neural Networks for Predicting the Performance of Heat Pumps With Horizontal Ground Heat Exchangers
Artificial Neural Networks for Predicting the Performance of Heat Pumps With Horizontal Ground Heat Exchangers Open
View article: Sizing behind-the-meter solar PV for pumped water distribution systems: A comparison of methods
Sizing behind-the-meter solar PV for pumped water distribution systems: A comparison of methods Open
Water distribution systems (WDSs) are vital urban infrastructure systems. To meet increasing pumping energy demands and minimise environmental impacts, behind-the-meter (BTM) solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have been considered by water ut…
View article: An exploratory modelling and analysis protocol for identifying robust policy mixes for clean energy transitions: An exploratory analysis for Mexico
An exploratory modelling and analysis protocol for identifying robust policy mixes for clean energy transitions: An exploratory analysis for Mexico Open
This protocol presents a systematic approach for conducting exploratory modelling and analysis (EMA) to identify robust policy mixes for clean energy transitions. It explores the effects of diverse policy alternatives and multiple uncertai…
View article: High water use plants influence green roof substrate temperatures and their insulative benefits
High water use plants influence green roof substrate temperatures and their insulative benefits Open
Green roofs are amongst the solutions employed to deliver sustainable buildings in cities. Their vegetation and substrate layers can reduce the heat transfer through the roof, thus potentially reducing energy used for building cooling and …
View article: Design tools and models
Design tools and models Open
This is the final report on activity C1, “Design tools and models” of the IEA SHC Task 65 “Solar Cooling for the Sunbelt regions”. The work involved reviewing and adapting tools and models for technical and financial assessment and design …
View article: Levelised hydrogen production costs for a standalone photovoltaic powered system in Australia
Levelised hydrogen production costs for a standalone photovoltaic powered system in Australia Open
This article presents an analysis of levelised costs of producing hydrogen via the photovoltaic electrolysis in Australia. Eight locations (Darwin, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Mildura, Melbourne, and Hobart) covering six climat…
View article: Comparison of waste photovoltaic panel processing alternatives in Australia
Comparison of waste photovoltaic panel processing alternatives in Australia Open
This work aims to compare end-of-life alternative processing scenarios of waste photovoltaic panel in Australia. Landfill, generic waste electrical and electronic equipment recycling (European business-as-usual (EU BAU)), full-recovery end…
View article: Efficient HVAC system identification using Koopman operator and machine learning for thermal comfort optimisation
Efficient HVAC system identification using Koopman operator and machine learning for thermal comfort optimisation Open
The aim of this article is to improve the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems by using a linear control approach. Conventional HVAC systems use a wall thermostat and a simplified ON/OFF controller to con…
View article: Thermal and energy performance evaluation of a full-scale test cabin equipped with PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling
Thermal and energy performance evaluation of a full-scale test cabin equipped with PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling Open
The escalating global demand for space cooling has led to the emergence of new cooling technologies, including the phase change material embedded radiant chilled ceiling (PCM-RCC) system. This technology improves energy efficiency and indo…
View article: Effect of humidity level and aspect ratio on convective heat transfer coefficient and water productivity of a solar still: Experimental and theoretical analysis
Effect of humidity level and aspect ratio on convective heat transfer coefficient and water productivity of a solar still: Experimental and theoretical analysis Open
This article proposes a new correlation to estimate the convective heat transfer coefficient inside the evaporation chamber (enclosed space over the basin) of a single slope solar still with a low humidity level. The Rayleigh number, aspec…
View article: Development and validation of a transient simulation model of a full-scale PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling
Development and validation of a transient simulation model of a full-scale PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling Open
The recent significant rise in space cooling energy demand due to the massive use of air-conditioning systems has adversely changed buildings’ energy use patterns globally. The updated energy technology perspectives highlight the need for …
View article: Evolution and prediction of land use around metro stations
Evolution and prediction of land use around metro stations Open
Metro stations are considered high-quality resources for promoting urban development, which have great influences on the surrounding land use changes. The simulation and prediction of land use change can provide a scientific basis for urba…
View article: Experimental evaluation of PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling for efficient space cooling
Experimental evaluation of PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling for efficient space cooling Open
Because of climate change, together with rapid urbanisation and continuous population growth, the global demand for space cooling is increasing dramatically. Under a business-as-usual trajectory, there will be a more than threefold rise in…
View article: Thermal and Energy Performance Evaluation of a Full-Scale Test Cabin Equipped with PCM Embedded Radiant Chilled Ceiling
Thermal and Energy Performance Evaluation of a Full-Scale Test Cabin Equipped with PCM Embedded Radiant Chilled Ceiling Open
View article: Effects of Working from Home on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and the Associated Energy Costs in Six Australian Cities
Effects of Working from Home on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and the Associated Energy Costs in Six Australian Cities Open
Working from home (WFH) has been imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The adoption of WFH impacts energy use in the residential, commercial, and transportation sectors. Consequently, this affects the greenhouse gas emission (GHGE) and the…