Other (building energy) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 17 Other (building energy) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

A systematic comparison of multiple building structures in steel, concrete, and timber: combining energy signatures, building energy simulations and archetype approach

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Purpose. Buildings and the construction industry are top contributors to climate change, and structures account for the largest share of the upfront greenhouse gas emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr LK Khaddour, Dr R Hairstans

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Integrated design approaches of thermo-active building envelope for near zero carbon buildings and environmental sustainability

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

The construction sector has seen a high share of energy-related carbon emissions globally due to building operation, posing a great threat to achieving net zero carbon targets by 2050. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Deng

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Development of comprehensive multi-residential building retrofit, using archetype, cost-optimal and net-zero approach

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Purpose. Scotland’s existing housing sector contributes 6.3 million tones of CO2 annually, accounting for approximately 13% of the nation’s emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr LK Khaddour, Mr SH Hart

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Digitally twinned rating systems for low energy housing in Scotland

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This PhD Project aims to develop innovative ‘digitally twinned’ rating systems for low energy housing in Scotland. Energy efficiency is becoming a pressing issue that must be addressed in current and future housing developments. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof I Kenawy

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Investigating the Economic and Environmental Sustainability of Using Nanoparticle-Reinforced Recycled Building Materials

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Purpose. The construction industry is a major contributor to environmental problems such as greenhouse gas emissions, resource depletion, and waste generation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr LK Khaddour, Dr BD D'amico

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Mapping solar PV potential for existing buildings stocks in the UK by deep learning of satellite and aerial images data

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Project Abstract. We are seeking an ambitious PhD candidate to join a cutting-edge research project aiming to map the solar photovoltaic (PV) potential for existing building stocks in the UK through the application of deep learning on satellite and aerial image data. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Deng

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Uncertainty and Sensitivity Analysis of UK housing stock’s energy and carbon performance

University of Sheffield Department of Physics and Astronomy

To better inform the energy use and CO 2 reduction potential of the UK housing stock, computational models can simulate housing energy use and CO 2 emissions to test the effectiveness of decarbonisation scenarios. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Buckley, Dr P Wate, Prof D Robinson

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Empowering Sustainable Districts: A Blueprint for Low-Carbon Energy Excellence

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

In light of the European Union's stringent energy policies, there is a growing need to not only enhance energy efficiency and ramp up renewable energy usage but also substantially reduce global energy demands for long-term sustainability. Read more

Supervisor: Dr BV Vand

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Innovative Building Services Renovation in Scottish Zero Emission Neighbourhoods

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The Energy Efficient Scotland programme outlines the path for our homes, businesses and public buildings to become more energy efficient. Read more

Supervisor: Dr MJ Jowkar

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Application of mobile construction as an innovative strategy for building retrofit alteration and addition across the UK

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Building sector in the UK contributes to nearly half of the UK energy use and about 30% of the national Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MJ Jowkar, Assoc Prof S Jaradat

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Building back better: Integrated assessment for post-disaster housing configuration mitigation and resilience

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The purpose of the study. The occurrence of natural and man-made disasters is increasing rapidly worldwide. Post-disaster housing projects have been one of the most challenging and controversial responsibilities faced by the impacted countries. Read more

Supervisors: Dr LK Khaddour, Dr T O Osunsanmi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Smart Sustainable Universities

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

There is an urgent need for organisations and places to adopt sustainable practices. ‘Smart cities’ in which technology and data are leveraged to understand and optimise infrastructure and behaviour is one approach by which places may be made more susitainable. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Kidd

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Exploring the impact of digital FM technologies on net zero commitments of the UK FM industry

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The UK facilities management (FM) industry witnessed a growth of 4.8% in 2022 and is set to see a growth rate of 5.1% in 2023. Despite this, much of the spotlight has been on decarbonisation of the building and construction industry on account of it being responsible for almost 40% of the global carbon emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr DI Ikediashi, Dr CM Moobela

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Engaging, informative and innovative! Researching in a future-oriented environment in UNNC

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

At the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC), we offer excellent learning and research infrastructure. We are proud of our superb faculty made up of world renowned educators and researchers. Read more

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BIM-based expert system for predicting CO2 emissions at the project design phase decision-making

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

In recent years, human activities and rapid urban developments have negatively affected the ecosystem and quality of life. The planet's temperature has risen by 2 degrees following the Industrial Revolution, and it is predicted that this number will be added to the overall impact by 2050. Read more

Supervisors: Dr TO Olawumi, Dr NF Fernando

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We have 17 Other (building energy) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Other (building energy) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 17 Other (building energy) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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