Deploy Energy-efficient Technologies in the Restoration of a Traditional Building in the Historical Center of Catania (Italy)

Gagliano, Antonio; Nocera, Francesco; Patania, F.; Detomaso, M.; Sapienza, Vincenzo

doi:10.1016/j.egypro.2014.12.367

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“…Implementing energy-efficient solutions, in line with the concept of mottainai, is a key aspect of sustainable development. Both Zavalani (2011) and Gagliano (2014) emphasise significant energy savings achievable through the adoption of energy management systems and alternative energy generation and conservation systems in buildings. Mutani and Vicentini (2015) further underscored the importance of local authorities in promoting and encouraging private investments in energy-efficient solutions, especially in urban areas.…”

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Mottainai in civil engineering – A message from Japan

Vaverkova,

Matsui,

Vaverka

2024

Acta. Sci. Pol. Architectura

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This article examines the impact of Japan’s mottainai concept on civil engineering practices, focusing on the waste of materials, financial resources, and harmonisation of structures with the environment. The authors highlight the global challenges of environmental and social imbalances in the context of global warming. The Japanese concept of mottainai is presented as the key to shaping the civil engineering approach. The inefficient use of raw materials was analysed in terms of material waste. A transition to a closed-loop economy is recommended, emphasising the need for resource efficiency. In the context of financial resources, the need for efficient budget allocation and project management is emphasised. The section on harmonising structures with the environment focuses on aesthetics, environment, sustainable mobility, and an integrated approach to urban planning. Civil engineering projects should combine functional efficiency with respect to the environment, and the mottainai concept can be a tool for achieving sustainability in civil engineering. Innovative solutions, such as intelligent energy management systems, are recommended to improve construction efficiency.

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Section: Features and Performance In The Context Of Mottainaimentioning

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Mottainai in civil engineering – A message from Japan

Vaverkova,

Matsui,

Vaverka

2024

Acta. Sci. Pol. Architectura

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“…Their thermal conductivity is more than ten times lower than traditional plasters; hence they offer a good compromise between energy and conservation aspects [10]. On the other hand, the application of an insulating material on the interior of a traditional wall may result in the accumulation of moisture within the wall, frost damage, timber decay, and mold growth [11,12]. Moreover, this practice accentuates the risk of overheating since thermal mass cannot be effectively exploited [13,14]; future climatic scenarios may induce further increases in the cooling load [15,16].…”

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Thermal and Economic Analysis of Renovation Strategies for a Historic Building in Mediterranean Area

Cirami¹,

Evola

Gagliano

et al. 2017

Buildings

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Around 30% of the European building stock was built before 1950, when no regulations about energy efficiency were in force. Since only a small part of them has been renovated by now, the energy performance of this building stock is on average quite poor, resulting in a significant impact on the energy balance of European countries, as confirmed by data published by ISTAT (Italian National Statistical Institute). However, energy retrofit in historic edifices is a quite demanding issue as any intervention must take into account the need to preserve existing building materials and appearances while also allowing reversibility and low invasiveness. As an example, in these buildings it is not possible to apply an ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite System), since this would alter the historic and architectural value of the façade. On the other hand, internal insulation would have the drawback of reducing the net useful floor area, which also implies a loss of economic value. Moreover, internal insulation may induce overheating risks and mold formation. In this paper, all these issues are investigated with reference to an existing historic building located in southern Italy, showing that a retrofit strategy aimed at energy savings and cost-effectiveness is still possible if suitable materials and solutions are adopted.

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“…Historic edifices [4], that is, built before 1950, need specific measures [5][6][7] and are not considered in this paper.…”

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Seismic and Energy Renovation: A Review of the Code Requirements and Solutions in Italy and Romania

Georgescu

Macri

et al. 2018

Sustainability

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Most European cities are characterized by very large areas, often formed by buildings of low quality, from a series of perspectives (architectural, technological, materials, technical systems, etc.). The possibility of renovating them is strategic to improve both the quality of life and to the possibility of economic recovery for building companies. In the last decades, the attention of the scientific community has been addressed to the energy renovation, thanks to the strong activities of the European Community in this field. However, since a relevant part of the EC territory is at risk of earthquake, the possibility to combine both energy and seismic renovation actions may be strategic for many countries. In particular, Italy and Romania are linked by a common social tradition that springs from the Roman Empire. Nowadays, this link is stronger, thanks to common interests in social, cultural and business fields. Therefore, the investigation of possible synergies for seismic and energy renovation strategies may be really interesting for both countries. In this paper, after an overview of regulations and common practices for buildings with reinforced concrete structures, in both states, some key combined renovation interventions will be described and discussed, as well as advantages and perspectives of integrated renovation approaches. The outcomes of this work are to show the way to transform existing energy-consuming and seismic-prone buildings into energy-efficient and seismic-resistant ones.

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Deploy Energy-efficient Technologies in the Restoration of a Traditional Building in the Historical Center of Catania (Italy)

Cited by 11 publications

References 9 publications

Mottainai in civil engineering – A message from Japan

Mottainai in civil engineering – A message from Japan

Thermal and Economic Analysis of Renovation Strategies for a Historic Building in Mediterranean Area

Seismic and Energy Renovation: A Review of the Code Requirements and Solutions in Italy and Romania

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