Proceedings of International Conference Energy Management in Cultural Heritage

The proceedings of the International Conference “Energy Management in Cultural Heritage”, held in Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 6–8 April 2011, address the integration of energy efficiency and energy management principles with the protection and preservation of cultural heritage buildings and historic urban areas. The conference brought together nearly 300 participants from more than 20 countries, including architects, engineers, conservation experts, researchers, public authorities, investors and building users. The contributions cover energy-efficient renovation of historic buildings, renewable energy sources, advanced building technologies and energy management systems, heating and cooling solutions, building envelopes and thermal comfort, as well as legislative, educational and financing aspects. Particular emphasis is placed on multidisciplinary approaches and best-practice examples demonstrating how energy performance can be improved while preserving the architectural and cultural value of historic buildings.