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E3S Web Conf.
Volume 710, 2026
54th AiCARR International Congress “Decarbonising our Future: Energy, Economic and Social Aspects of Smarter and Digitalized Buildings and Cities”
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| Article Number | 06002 | |
| Number of page(s) | 12 | |
| Section | Decarbonized, Comfortable and Healthy Buildings and HVAC Systems | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202671006002 | |
| Published online | 07 May 2026 | |
Impact on indoor and outdoor acoustic comfort in the decarbonization process of residential areas
Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale e scienze matematiche, Università Politecnica delle Marche, AN
Abstract
The decarbonization of residential buildings, driven by the new EPBD4 directive, involves replacing fossil fuel generators with heat pump solutions. While these measures significantly reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency, they also lead to increased outdoor noise impact and potential issues of sound intrusion in indoor environments. This paper examines the acoustic implications of the energy transition, highlighting the challenges posed by heat pump noise and proposing mitigation strategies to ensure both indoor and outdoor comfort. Current regulations and future perspectives for integrating energy efficiency with acoustic quality are also discussed.
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