The
intricate
relationship
between
energy
burden
(EB)
and
indoor
environmental
quality
(IEQ)
is
vital
for
human
well-being
within
the
built
environment.
While
previous
studies
have
focused
on
vulnerable
groups,
individuals
with
health
concerns
received
limited
attention.
This
interdisciplinary
study
delves
into
disparities
cumulative
impacts
of
EB,
environment,
social
demographics,
a
particular
focus
assistance-dependent
populations
(ADPs).
Based
2,588
online
respondents
in
U.K.
during
COVID-19
pandemic,
our
research
unveils
significant
relationships
heating
insecurity,
perceived
thermal
discomfort.
ADPs
reported
an
average
EB
5.5%
poorer
housing
than
their
counterparts,
inadequate
temperatures
emerging
as
primary
concern.
correlation
analysis
highlights
strong
connection
perception
discomfort
energy-saving
behaviors.
We
also
explored
interactions
homeownership,
status
to
uncover
concentrated
disadvantages
issues
identified
groups.
Notably,
irrespective
face
more
challenges
non-ADPs,
highlighting
greater
predictive
significance
over
EB.
Moreover,
findings
suggest
that
renters
constitute
most
group.
Considering
already
contend
preexisting
physical
illnesses,
revelation
they
are
prone
experiencing
higher
residing
inferior
conditions
utmost
importance.
It
underscores
urgency
mitigating
these
additional
risks
ensuring
availability
healthy
safe
living
environment
thereby
advancing
goal
equity
overall
well-being.
Journal of Urban Management,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(3), P. 357 - 371
Published: April 18, 2024
The
creation
of
a
dense,
convenient,
and
diverse
built
environment
is
strategic
approach
for
fostering
urban
development.
However,
few
studies
have
considered
the
relationship
between
compact
livability.
This
study
seeks
to
answer
following
question:
What
type
conducive
long-term
residency?
Using
Guangzhou
district
in
China
as
case
study,
we
develop
livability-oriented
assessment
system
integrate
it
into
hedonic
price
model.
We
employ
spatial
regression
methods
analyze
impact
on
housing
prices,
findings
suggest
that
(1)
environments
are
characterized
by
spaciousness,
convenience,
diversity.
Environments
with
low
building
density,
high
heights,
large
plot
area,
land
use
highly
favorable
(2)
intricate,
different
factors
can
affect
livability
areas
within
an
space.
POI
(Point
Interest)
density
road
varies
location.
(3)
principles
small-scale
blocks,
high-density
networks,
planning
not
universally
applicable
construction
livable
cities.
(4)
heterogeneity
pronounced.
addresses
standards
dominated
new
urbanism.
Under
approach,
planners
managers
should
indiscriminately
pursue
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(24), P. 12056 - 12056
Published: Dec. 23, 2024
This
systematic
literature
review
explores
the
intersection
of
AI-driven
digital
twins
and
IoT
in
creating
a
sustainable
building
environment.
A
comprehensive
analysis
125
papers
focuses
on
four
major
themes.
First,
are
examined
construction,
facility
management,
their
role
fostering
sustainability
smart
cities.
The
integration
AI
with
energy
optimization
for
zero-energy
buildings
is
discussed.
Second,
application
automation
manufacturing,
particularly
Industry
4.0
cyber-physical
systems,
evaluated.
Third,
emerging
technologies
urban
development,
including
blockchain,
cybersecurity,
EEG-driven
systems
buildings,
highlighted.
study
underscores
data-driven
approaches
flood
resilience
ecosystems.
contributes
to
by
identifying
how
can
optimize
use
enhance
both
industrial
contexts.
PLoS ONE,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(2), P. e0308765 - e0308765
Published: Feb. 5, 2025
Childhood
stroke
is
a
rare
condition
that
significantly
impacts
affected
children
and
their
families
due
to
children’s
frequently
persisting
cognitive,
physical,
behavioural
problems.
Existing
research
on
adult
shows
the
built
environment
plays
major
role
in
(partial
or
possible)
recovery
everyday
life,
but
its
has
been
overlooked
population.
This
multidisciplinary
study
aims
investigate
(1)
of
informal
(i.e.,
home,
neighbourhood,
school)
formal
hospital,
rehabilitation
clinic,
outpatient
clinic)
care
environments
life
confronted
with
childhood
stroke;
(2)
families’
financial
burden
resulting
from
this
disease
economic
situation
likely
affecting
access
care,
provision
ability
carry
out
home
modifications.;
as
well
(3)
stroke-related
cognitive
impairments
experiences
care.
The
consists
preparatory
phase,
where
existing
materials
are
explored,
three
main
phases,
each
related
one
multiple
project
objectives.
A
multi-method
approach
adopted,
including
qualitative
(in-depth
interviews
participatory
creative
methods)
quantitative
(online
questionnaire
assessments)
methods.
Participants
by
Austria,
Belgium
Germany.
3-year
will
continue
until
end
August
2025.
Ethical
approvals
all
countries
were
obtained
at
time
protocol
submission,
data
collection
for
phases
started
second
half
2023
currently
ongoing.
offer
first
insights
into
(care)
stroke.
Findings
expected
deliver
information
design
improve
families.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
22(2), P. 234 - 234
Published: Feb. 6, 2025
Physical
activity
(PA)'s
benefits
are
well
established,
yet
many
U.S.
adults
fail
to
meet
PA
guidelines.
This
is
especially
true
for
minorities
facing
social
inequities.
study
explored
PA's
barriers
and
facilitators
among
urban
Midwestern
using
a
mixed-methods
approach
framed
on
the
socio-ecological
model.
A
cross-sectional
survey
was
conducted
between
January
June
2024
community-dwelling
minorities.
Participants
were
grouped
as
completing
low
(LLPA)
or
high
(HLPA)
weekly
leisure-time
comparison.
Quantitative
analysis
included
MANOVA,
follow-up
ANOVAs,
calculation
of
effect
sizes.
Qualitative
data
assessed
inductive
thematic
analysis.
Twenty-nine
(44.83%
Black,
41.37%
Latino)
participated
in
study.
The
HLPA
group
(n
=
18)
reported
higher
(p
0.001,
d
2.21)
total
0.02,
1.00)
compared
LLPA
11).
participants
faced
more
personal
-0.92).
Common
identified
interviews
lack
time
financial
costs.
Facilitators
support
available
facilities.
Both
groups
achieved
USPA
guidelines
through
different
domains.
Increasing
lowering
PA-related
costs
could
enhance
participation.
Addressing
leveraging
existing
crucial
increasing
