Conference Topics

MAPBBE 2027 welcomes original research papers addressing sustainable built environments, building energy systems, human health, and climate-responsive urban development, with particular emphasis on the challenges and opportunities in Monsoon Asia.

The conference covers, but is not limited to, the following topics:

1. Indoor Environment and HVAC Systems

  • Indoor air quality and ventilation
  • Heating, cooling, and dehumidification technologies
  • Energy-efficient HVAC systems
  • Indoor environmental monitoring and control

2. Low-Carbon Buildings and Urban Energy

  • Building energy efficiency and conservation
  • Renewable energy integration
  • Zero-energy and low-carbon buildings
  • Urban and regional energy systems
  • Building retrofitting and sustainable technologies

3. Health, Comfort and Human-Centered Design

  • Thermal comfort and occupant behavior
  • Healthy indoor environments and well-being
  • Human responses to environmental conditions
  • Environmental design for aging populations
  • Personalized indoor environmental control

4. AI and Digital Twins for Built Environments

  • Smart buildings and intelligent control systems
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
  • Digital twins and building performance simulation
  • Energy demand prediction and optimization
  • Building automation and data-driven management

5. Climate Adaptation and Sustainable Cities

  • Urban heat island mitigation
  • Climate-responsive architecture and urban design
  • Green infrastructure and urban landscapes
  • Climate resilience and sustainable communities
  • Sustainable urban and regional development

6. International Collaboration and Technology Co-creation

  • International comparative studies
  • Cross-regional building performance evaluation
  • Interdisciplinary research and innovation
  • Collaborative research methodologies
  • Technology transfer and sustainable solutions

7. Others

Contributions addressing related interdisciplinary topics are also welcome.