Optimizing Renewable Energy Integration in Green Building Projects: Addressing Barriers and Enhancing Energy Performance

Abstract

The integration of renewable energy systems in green building project is essential for achieving sustainable development goals. Despite significant advancement, several barriers, including high initial cost, technical challenges, and inadequate policy support, continue to impede the widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies in the construction sector. This research explores innovative strategies to overcome these barriers and enhance energy performance in green building. The study investigates key strategies such as integration of photovoltaic-thermal hybrid system, the utilization of phase change materials for thermal energy storage, and the implementation of advances building energy management system utilizing artificial intelligence. By employing a mix method approach to examine these novel approaches and assess relevant policy frameworks, this study aims to provide actionable insights that can drive the adoption of renewable energy solution in the construction industry. The expected findings are anticipated to contribute to the advancement of sustainable building practice and offer practical recommendations for policymaker, architects, and stakeholders in the green building sector.