EVALUATING SMART INSULATING MATERIALS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN MULTI-STORY BUILDINGS IN ALEXANDRIA'S CLIMATIC ZONE, EGYPT | ||||
| الدورية العلمية لکلية الفنون الجميلة | ||||
| Volume 13, Issue 1, June 2025, Page 121-131 PDF (956.63 K) | ||||
| Document Type: المقالة الأصلية | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/sjfa.2025.325014.1081 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
N. SAMIR   1; M. BESHOOT2
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| 1assistant professor of Architecture at Pharos University | ||||
| 2Regional project at coordinator Ericsson services GmbH | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| This paper evaluates the efficiency of smart thermal insulation materials, including Aerogel, Phase Change Materials (PCM), and Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIP), in residential buildings in Alexandria, Egypt. Using the DesignBuilder simulation tool, it examines the impact of these advanced materials on energy consumption. The study conducts a comparative analysis to determine how each material reduces annual energy use. Simulation results show that Aerogel, PCM, and VIP reduce annual energy consumption by 6.52%, 4.87%, and 6.10%, respectively. A comprehensive analysis identifies Aerogel as the most effective option in the long term, improving energy performance while reducing environmental impact. These findings underline the importance of incorporating smart thermal insulation materials in the design and retrofitting of energy-efficient buildings. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the critical role of advanced materials in addressing the challenges of climate change and resource conservation. The findings highlight the potential of smart insulating materials for both new constructions and retrofitting existing buildings, promoting sustainable practices in the Egyptian building sector. This study provides valuable insights into the role of innovative materials in achieving energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in hot-arid climates. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Energy consumption; Sustainable architecture; Smart thermal insulation materials; Building performance | ||||
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