Programma

Topics covered in the course

The sustainable movement, population and prosperity, climate change, comparison between energy efficiency and renewable energy, renewable and non-renewable energy resources, basic atmospheric theory.
Introduction to the concept of sustainability: history of sustainability and sustainable development, the pillars of sustainability and the 2030 Agenda.
Environmental sustainability indicators: general information, PSR and DPISR models, common European indicators, Global Warming Potential and CO2 equivalent. Ecological Footprint, Carbon Footprint, Life Cycle Analysis, Water Footprint.
Global pollution phenomena.
Environmental impact assessment.
Air pollution, noise pollution, thermal pollution and sea pollution.
Heat transfer reminders for building physics.
Energy diagnosis of buildings and Green Buildings.
Dynamic energy simulation software.
Indoor comfort.
Thermoflowmetry, thermography, acquisition of environmental parameters, thermometric method.

Testi Adottati

Educational material provided by the lecturer.

Modalità Erogazione

Lessons will take place in the classroom, at the Ostia headquarters.

Modalità Frequenza

Attending lessons is recommended.

Modalità Valutazione

The exam will be carried out through 2 tests: written test with open questions relating to the topics covered in the course and subsequent oral interview.