Description
The construction industry, a cornerstone of modern development, must meet the growing demand for new buildings while minimizing environmental impact. As global populations rise and living standards improve, the need for sustainable building practices has never been more apparent. Traditional construction methods and materials contribute significantly to carbon emissions, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss. Addressing these issues requires innovative solutions that balance development needs with environmental stewardship.
Innovations in Energy Efficient Construction Through Sustainable Materials offers a comprehensive response to this pressing problem. The book explores pioneering approaches to building design and construction, focusing on the use of alternative, low-carbon materials and advanced technologies. It provides an in-depth analysis of current and future trends in sustainable construction, covering topics such as recycling waste materials, utilizing biodegradable resources, and implementing energy-efficient designs. By presenting a variety of research fields and practical applications, the book bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world solutions, making it an essential resource for industry professionals, researchers, and advanced students.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Roberto Alonso González-Lezcano (Ed.)
Roberto Alonso González-Lezcano
Full Professor at the Department of Architecture and Design, area of Building Systems, within the Institute of Technology of Universidad CEU San Pablo. His research focuses on energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and building systems. He is ranked among the top 2% of researchers worldwide in his field according to the Stanford–Elsevier TopSciNet ranking. He serves as Director of the Master’s Program in Energy Efficiency and Building Systems and coordinates a doctoral research line in innovation and construction technology. He is also Principal Investigator of the ARIE Research Group. He has received the Ángel Herrera Award for Best Research in Architecture and Engineering twice. His academic output includes more than 200 publications, numerous indexed books, and extensive editorial experience in JCR journals. He maintains a strong h-index across major databases and has contributed significantly to advancing sustainable and healthy building design.