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Control building energy demand to preserve the electrical power resources
A new study conducted in the United States quantifies how the optimization of the consumed energy in buildings can increase the electrical power resources. The power generation system is nowadays u...
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Assessment of urban cooling using reflective surfaces
A new study focuses on the application of reflective surfaces in order to cool the urban environment. The temperatures in urban environments can be significantly higher than those in surrounding ru...
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Arctic infrastructure at risk due to permafrost degradation
According to a new study, the infrastructure in Alaska and in multiple regions in the Arctic is threatened by the quick degradation of permafrost. Permafrost refers to any type of soil or rock form...
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Student accommodation benefits from precast concrete buildings
When it comes to student accommodation facilities, precast concrete buildings can be a beneficial option. Precast concrete buildings are constructed in a different manner compared to conventional s...
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New research on carbon storage potential of wooden buildings
A new study focuses on the potential carbon storage of buildings that are made out of wood. Nowadays, the construction and building industry are causing around 40% of the total carbon emissio...
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