Renewable Energy Integration in Construction Engineering: A Foresight‐Oriented Review of Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Future Pathways.
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| Title: | Renewable Energy Integration in Construction Engineering: A Foresight‐Oriented Review of Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Future Pathways. |
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| Authors: | J., Jebasingh Daniel1 (AUTHOR), D. S., Vijayan2 (AUTHOR), Senthilkumar, A.3 (AUTHOR), Palani, Anandhi4 (AUTHOR), Tadesse, Henok Tsegaye5 (AUTHOR) henok@hu.edu.et, Biswas, Arnab (AUTHOR) arnbiswas@wiley.com |
| Source: | Advances in Civil Engineering. 5/11/2026, Vol. 2026, p1-21. 21p. |
| Subjects: | Renewable energy sources, Construction projects, Photovoltaic power generation, Sustainability, Intelligent buildings, Energy storage, Wind power, Ground source heat pump systems |
| Abstract: | The construction sector is not only a large facilitator of contemporary development but also a large consumer of energy resources in the world. This two‐sidedness has resulted in the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions, and new measures are being developed, which involve the use of renewable energy technologies in the construction process. The international move towards the use of cleaner energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal systems offers significant opportunities to improve energy efficiency and minimize carbon emission in construction activities. The paper is a prospective‐based review that summarizes the emerging trends in the use of renewable energy in construction engineering. Unlike the past studies that focused on particular technologies, this research uses a futuristic approach in order to identify general trends, predict future trends, and emphasize implications on research, policy, and practice. The contribution is in the integration of technological, digital, environmental, and social justice components into a unified foresight framework. The paper discusses the changing environment of these integrations and focuses on solar photovoltaics (PVs), wind energy, geothermal heat pumps, bioenergy solutions, and high‐tech energy storage. Digital technologies, including building information modeling (BIM) and predictive analytics, are also the center of attention in improving the use of energy, predicting maintenance, and maintaining the stability of the grid. By using real‐time data and intelligent control algorithms, construction projects can seamlessly incorporate intermittent renewable sources, reducing operational costs and environmental impacts. Policy frameworks and financial incentives are becoming more supportive, driving wider adoption of technologies like building‐integrated PVs (BIPVs) and micro‐wind turbines. However, barriers like high initial investments, workforce training gaps, and technical compatibility concerns can impede large‐scale smart technologies integration. The development of such technologies as floating offshore wind and hydrogen‐based energy systems highlights the increased momentum toward decentralized, resilient power networks that are in line with the sustainability objectives. Close partnership between industry, policymakers, and researchers will also play a major role in bringing the full potential of renewable energy into the construction sector, which will provide a way of reducing carbon footprints, promoting the resilience of cities, and promoting sustainable growth across the globe. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | The construction sector is not only a large facilitator of contemporary development but also a large consumer of energy resources in the world. This two‐sidedness has resulted in the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions, and new measures are being developed, which involve the use of renewable energy technologies in the construction process. The international move towards the use of cleaner energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal systems offers significant opportunities to improve energy efficiency and minimize carbon emission in construction activities. The paper is a prospective‐based review that summarizes the emerging trends in the use of renewable energy in construction engineering. Unlike the past studies that focused on particular technologies, this research uses a futuristic approach in order to identify general trends, predict future trends, and emphasize implications on research, policy, and practice. The contribution is in the integration of technological, digital, environmental, and social justice components into a unified foresight framework. The paper discusses the changing environment of these integrations and focuses on solar photovoltaics (PVs), wind energy, geothermal heat pumps, bioenergy solutions, and high‐tech energy storage. Digital technologies, including building information modeling (BIM) and predictive analytics, are also the center of attention in improving the use of energy, predicting maintenance, and maintaining the stability of the grid. By using real‐time data and intelligent control algorithms, construction projects can seamlessly incorporate intermittent renewable sources, reducing operational costs and environmental impacts. Policy frameworks and financial incentives are becoming more supportive, driving wider adoption of technologies like building‐integrated PVs (BIPVs) and micro‐wind turbines. However, barriers like high initial investments, workforce training gaps, and technical compatibility concerns can impede large‐scale smart technologies integration. The development of such technologies as floating offshore wind and hydrogen‐based energy systems highlights the increased momentum toward decentralized, resilient power networks that are in line with the sustainability objectives. Close partnership between industry, policymakers, and researchers will also play a major role in bringing the full potential of renewable energy into the construction sector, which will provide a way of reducing carbon footprints, promoting the resilience of cities, and promoting sustainable growth across the globe. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 16878086 |
| DOI: | 10.1155/adce/3680972 |
