Tired of a noisy office? 🤫 This review introduces Acoustic PECS—Personalised Environmental Control Systems for sound—showing how individual control over noise can boost focus and performance. Learn more: #AcousticComfort #PECS #OfficeNoise.

Desk fans can make your office more comfortable AND save energy! This new study shows how a simple desk fan can let you raise the AC setpoint by nearly 3°C without sacrificing comfort, cutting cooling energy by 8-14%. Find out how:

Rooftop solar panels are great, but do they make buildings hotter? This new study reveals a "resilience paradox" – PV can increase cooling demand & heat risks! Learn more: #RooftopPV #UrbanHeat #BuildingEnergy #ClimateAdaptation.

How can we accurately measure the GHG emission reductions from #CircularEconomy in buildings? This new study highlights how different calculation frameworks can lead to results varying by up to 230%! Learn more:

How do thermal and acoustic comfort in urban greenways influence psychological restoration? Check out this paper to learn more:

How do our brains dynamically adapt to changing thermal environments, and how does this adaptation influence our perception of comfort (alliesthesia)? Check out this paper to learn more:

How does optimizing the ambient lighting around visual display terminals impact visual comfort and  acceptable screen luminance range when working in low-light conditions? Check out this paper to learn more:

How can understanding the physiological impact of indoor temperature and CO2 levels on human CO2 emissions transform building ventilation for better health and efficiency? Check out this paper to learn more:

Can a dedicated ventilation system in an apartment room effectively use controlled air pressure to contain airborne germs and create a 'safe zone' for isolation during outbreaks? Check out this paper to learn more:

How do indoor sound characteristics (especially natural sounds) and personal traits affect perceived attachment to home? Check out this paper to learn more:

How does the rapid temperature shift in transitional spaces (e.g., subway stations) affect thermal comfort during summer? Check out this paper to learn more:

How can we efficiently optimize energy in thousands of healthcare buildings for Net-Zero? Check out our new paper on a scalable analysis method that analyzes and optimizes energy performance in primary care buildings using readily available data:

What is the physiological impact of prolonged exposure to high-humidity heat stress on individuals without access to air conditioning? Check out this paper to learn more:

How does the representation of movement (static vs. dynamic) in VR impact visual engagement and physiological responses?Check out this paper to learn more:

How does age affect how comfortable children feel outside in the heat, and what temperatures are safe for different age groups? Check out this paper to learn more:

How has heat exposure changed in Chinese cities over 20 years, and what factors are driving these trends? Check out this paper to learn more:

How much movement in a window view is too much or not enough? This paper explores the key factors influencing our view satisfaction for different spaces like offices, living rooms, and restaurants.

How do training intensity and environmental temperature impact firefighters' heat stress during live-fire training? Check out this paper to learn more:

How effective are portable air cleaners at reducing respiratory particle transmission and managing noise in offices? Check out this paper to learn more:

Exciting news for Building and Environment! Prof. Qingyan Chen becomes Honorary Editor after 17 years as Editor-in-Chief. Thank you for your visionary leadership!. Welcoming Dr. Chao-Hsin Lin as the new co-Editor-in-Chief alongside Prof. Xudong Yang.