Climate implication and adaptation measures for energy use in buildings - A scoping review

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to investigate data on climate implication and adaptation measures for energy use in buildings. It is based on a scoping literature review, concerned mainly with the main journals operating in the field of climate adaptation of the built environment. Research documents that significant changes are taking place due to the implications of climatic change. Studies concerning climate change impact on energy use in buildings in warm climates represent the majority of the findings. The volume of research within the consequences for the built environment in cold regions is found to be surprisingly low, especially concerning the pecuniary stakes involved. However, significant regional differences are observed. Though further research is of essence, policy/regulatory measures ought already to be taken, based on climate scenarios.