Abstract
The concept of Positive Energy District is one of the main areas of research and extensive applications of the principles of the clean energy transition within the building sector. In the past years, the most widely accepted definitions have focused specifically on carbon neutrality, while several other aspects regarding all sustainability approaches (including environmental, social and economic perspective) were included qualitatively or to a lesser degree. This paper proposes a discussion on the state of the art of the sustainability assessment of Positive Energy Districts, by investigating environmental, social and economic sustainability applications. The three sustainability dimensions are investigated individually first, while discussing methodological insights, key performance indicators used and quantitative results, as well as in an integrated perspective. Finally, the paper describes research gaps and areas for further development on the topic.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Sustainability in Energy and Buildings, 2021 |
Editors | John R. Littlewood, Robert J. Howlett, Lakhmi C. Jain |
Publisher | Springer |
Pages | 479-492 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-981-16-6269-0 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-981-16-6268-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2022 |
MoE publication type | A4 Article in a conference publication |
Event | 13th KES International Conference on Sustainability and Energy in Buildings, SEB 2021 - Virtual, Split, Croatia Duration: 15 Sept 2021 → 17 Sept 2021 |
Publication series
Series | Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies |
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Number | 263 |
ISSN | 2190-3018 |
Conference
Conference | 13th KES International Conference on Sustainability and Energy in Buildings, SEB 2021 |
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Abbreviated title | SEB 2021 |
Country/Territory | Croatia |
City | Split |
Period | 15/09/21 → 17/09/21 |
Funding
This work was developed within the context of the International Energy Agency (IEA) Energy in buildings and construction (EBC) Annex 83 workgroup Positive Energy Districts.
Keywords
- Carbon–neutral
- Economics
- Environmental
- Positive energy districts
- Social
- Sustainability assessment