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- Training for sustainable and healthy building for 2050 part 2: incorporation of new knowledge and dissemination for the sustainability of the trans-european training experiencePublication . Lucas, Susana; Koukou, Maria K.; Aleksiejuk-Gawron, Joanna; Justino, Júlia; Rafael, Silviano; Livieratos, Antonios D.; Carriço, Nelson; Konstantaras, John; Vrachopoulos, Michail Gr.; Coelho, Luís; Benedetti, Anna Chiara; Mazzoli, Cecilia; Ferrante, Annarita; Scoccia, Rossano; Famiglietti, Jacopo; Bakon, Tomasz; Tourou, PavlosThis paper presents the innovative key knowledge breakthroughs achieved as one of the results of the BUILD2050 Erasmus+ project, focused on its contribution to advancing climate-resilient building engineering education and practice. In a recent work, the new methodologies applied in the BUILD2050 initiative were presented. This work discusses the incorporation of new knowledge in the courses and dissemination for the sustainability of the trans-European training experience. The challenge faced by the European Union for 2050 is achieving climate neutrality and decarbonization across all economic sectors, including the significantly impactful construction sector. To achieve this objective, it is necessary to develop technologies in an integrated way, following a holistic approach appropriately adapted to climatic conditions, cultural contexts, and natural resource availability through circular economy methodologies. To this end, it is necessary to develop innovative training methods with multidisciplinary content, incorporating a transnational perspective and scope, enabling continuous updating through learning cycles. These study cycles could be shorter and more complementary, allowing greater flexibility in knowledge acquisition while also enabling the creation of specialized training programs similar to those currently available. The BUILD2050 project has developed a transformative educational framework comprising eight comprehensive “Pilot Training” courses to address the critical challenge of integrating sustainability and circularity concepts into educational curricula at all levels, building engineering training and professional development. Addressing this gap is essential for transforming the construction sector and achieving global climate goals. The results of the BUILD2050 project demonstrate the potential of structured, trans-European training experiences to enhance professional competencies and support the transition to climate-neutral construction. Moving forward, widespread adoption and continuous dissemination of these educational advancements will be vital in ensuring a sustainable built environment by 2050.
- Mechanical characterization of adobe masonryPublication . Oliveira, Cristina; Silveira, Dora; Varum, Humberto; Parisi, Fulvio; Miccoli, Lorenzo; Solís, Mario; Rodríguez-Mariscal, José D.; Tarque, Nicola
- Mechanical characterization of adobe bricksPublication . Silveira, Dora; Oliveira, Cristina; Varum, Humberto; Ioannou, Ioannis; Miccoli, Lorenzo; Tarque, Nicola; Parisi, Fluvio; Fenu, Luigi; Solís, Mario; Rodriguez-Mariscal, José D.
- The challenge of the digitalization of the water sectorPublication . Carriço, Nelson; Ferreira, Bruno; Antunes, André; Caetano, JoãoThe digitalization of the water sector is of utmost importance for improving the efficiency and sustainability of the managed systems. The digitalization process, however, can be seen as a ladder with several steps that the water utility must climb to become a smart utility. The reality is that many water utilities worldwide have not realized yet the benefits of digital transformation and, thus, the digitalization of the water sector lags behind other industries. This chapter presents the major challenges and the promising future that water utilities face in the journey of digitalization. Guidelines on how to choose the most adequate digital solution are also presented, as well as the trends for a smarter water utility.
- Risk analysis of water harvesting systemsPublication . Almeida, Maria do Céu; Carriço, Nelson; Santos, João; Eslamian, SaeidRainwater harvesting systems (RWHS) can result in important benefits, but there are a number of potential negative risks. The risks associated with RWHS depend on several factors and duly consideration is required to ensure that risks associated with this type of solutions are low. Therefore, a generic and systematic approach to manage risk is required. This chapter introduces a brief overview of concepts and terminology adopted. Subsequently, an overview of common approaches to risk management is presented. The chapter focuses on specific aspects for the application of these approaches to RWHS, with emphasis on risk identification, specific risk treatment action, and monitoring. Different approaches on how to determine risks such as water safety plan (WSP), risk management process (RMP), and hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) can be used, but all of them have some common steps.
- Comparison of reconstruction methods for water supply systems flow rate time seriesPublication . Ascenção, Carlos; Ferreira, Bruno; Barreira, Raquel; Carriço, NelsonThe purpose of this paper is to compare the performance of five uni- variate models for the reconstruction of flow rate time series. Errors in the meas- urements may occur due to problems in the sensor or in the communication sys- tem with data logger, thus generating missing data in the flow rate time series. The presence of missing values in flow rate data restricts its use in network op- eration processes. The performance of seasonal ARIMA, Standard and double seasonality Holt-Winters, and original and improved Quevedo approach are as- sessed. The analysis is made considering a real Portuguese case study and 1- month of flow rate data at 1-hour and 10-minute period. The holidays compared to the weekdays show great differences in consumption patterns. For this reason, the effect of forecasting holidays is assessed. Obtained results evidence that the improved Quevedo model can cope with different time step intervals and type of day being forecasted, with a reduced computation time
- Management of urban drainage infrastructurePublication . Carriço, Nelson; Almeida, Maria do Céu; Leitão, João P.This chapter briefly presents concepts and methodologies to support the management of urban drainage infrastructure. After the introduction, data requirements for assessing the condition of urban drainage systems are presented. Data can be collected in different ways. Data analysis allows for determining structural and functional issues and system performance. The causes and consequences of failures are required for condition assessment and are the subject of the risk section. Any intervention in the urban drainage system has a cost that must be assessed. Mathematical modelling of the urban drainage systems has an advantage for evaluating the hydraulic and structural performance. Decisions on the management of urban drainage rehabilitation need to be addressed considering the different points of view or aspects that are often contradictory. This may be addressed by using multi-criteria decision analysis methodologies.
- The contribution of urban domestic waste management to the circular economy: the perspective of six european countriesPublication . Serralha, F. N.; Mesbahi, Zahra; Anderluh, Alexandra; Carriço, Nelson; Santos, Beatriz Sara; Nolz, Pamela; Radványi, Dalma; Coninck, Sarah de; Leščevica, Maira; Galatanu, Sergiu ValentinIn line with the European community's goal, each EU Member State should recycle at least 60% of municipal waste or prepare them for reuse. In this chapter, the authors intend to show the waste management strategies implemented in six European countries, namely, Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Latvia, Portugal, and Romania. The methodology used was to analyse reports and publications on the management of urban waste and dialogue with some technicians of the municipalities. This knowledge of what is done in each country allows others to learn from the best and most innovative solutions and reflect on the various waste management forms implemented, according to environmental, economic, and social perspectives. The analysis identifies several challenges to bring up in further research and projects, with the contribution of the different countries and the synergies that might be obtained. The authors intend to promote a decrease in consumption and an increase in reuse, separately collected waste and recycling, contributing to circular economic growth and the sustainability of the planet.
- A discrete crack approach for the study of concrete beams with externally bonded pre-stressed CFRP reinforcementPublication . Neto, Pedro; Alfaite, J.
- Nondestructive testing methodology to assess the conservation of historic stone buildings and monuments.Publication . Chastre, Carlos; Ludovico-Marques, Marco