The Role of Nearly-zero Energy Buildings in the Definition of Post- Carbon Cities. (November 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Becchio, C.; Corgnati, S.P.; Delmastro, C.; Fabi, V.; Lombardi, P.
• Is Part Of: Energy procedia. Volume 78(2015)
• Page Start: 687
• Page End: 692
• Publication Date: 2015-11
• Subjects: post-carbon cities -- existing buildings -- occupant behaviour -- scenarios analysis -- energy planning; Power resources -- Congresses; Power resources -- Periodicals; Power resources; Conference proceedings; Periodicals; 333.7905
• DOI: 10.1016/j.egypro.2015.11.067
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1876-6102

Abstract

Abstract: Nowadays about 50% of global population lives in cities, responsible for about 70% of GHG emissions and by 2030 the urbanization rate will increase to over 75%. The paper discusses new emerging concept of "Post-Carbon" City, in which the "vision" consists in the opportunity of breaking the carbon-dependent system of urban areas. It provides inspiration to re-think urban re-development patterns. In this new vision buildings and occupant behaviour role and need for new comprehensive planning tools are investigated. The paper deals with a project that is undergoing study and represents a picture of the current situation related to "Post-Carbon" City topic.