UC wants to increase energy efficiency in Portuguese housing through materials that act as “thermal batteries”.
It is an international project with Portuguese coordination, namely from the Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Coimbra (FTUC)
O projeto “Optimizing Energy Efficiency with PCM Integration in Portuguese Residences (3D-EE-Struct)”, tem como prioridade increase the energy efficiency of Portuguese dwellingsthrough the integration of phase change materials (PCMs), in constructive elements – such as walls, ceilings and floors.
In the background are “Thermal Batteries”, resume Ajitanshu vedrtnamresearcher at the Association for the Development of FCTUC Industrial Aerodynamics (ADAI).
These thermal batteries naturally regulate the inner temperature By storing heat during the day and release it when necessary, reducing dependence on active heating and cooling systems.
“The 3D-EE-EE-STRUCT is particularly focused on light construction structures, adapted to the Portuguese climate and aims to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, develop practical and validated strategies for the integration of PCMs in new constructions and rehabilitation, as well as optimize location and type of PCM, through advanced computational modeling and laboratory tests”, describes Vedrtnam.
The project will also present innovative and applicable solutions that improve the thermal comfort At the same time as they significantly reduce energy invoices, it reads in a statement sent to ZAP.
The idea, reveals researcher Nelson Soares, is save up to 25% energy In “heating/cooling needs in small housing, self -sake of inner temperature up to 5–8 ° C during summer and winter periods, and create practical and clear guidelines for architects, builders and political decision makers interested in implementing PCM -based energy solutions”.
Through a royal In Coimbra, researchers will validate simulation models, provide support to accessible and climate -adapted housing solutions, reducing dependence on mechanical heating and cooling systems, and providing new scientific tools and structures that will benefit future investigations and commercial applications in the sustainable construction sector.
