This study is the first attempt to decipher the effect of particulate matter (PM) composition on people’s health and on historic sites, in correlation with the daily and seasonal microclimate monitoring of the indoor and outdoor areas of the Roman Mosaic Edifice museum (the maritime port of Constanta, Romania). More specifically, the increase of metal concentrations in particulate matter during the summer of 2018 and spring of 2019 in the museum under investigation could possibly be associated with the microclimates of both seasons, with coastal factors, as well as with the anthropic activities specific to the port of Constanta. FTIR and inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy (ICP-MS) techniques, used for the investigation of PM_2.5–10 samples, revealed high concentrations of Fe, Al-rich, and soluble particles inside the investigated museum area. In this respect, the chemical measurements of the PM_2.5–10 masses highlighted high concentrations of heavy metals (i.e., Al, Fe, Zn, Mn, and Pb) and low concentrations of trace metals (i.e., Cr, Ni, Cu, and Cd). Statistical analysis showed that the chemical compositions of the particulate matter in the indoor and outdoor areas of the Roman Mosaic Edifice were influenced by microclimatic conditions, mainly temperature and relative humidity (RH). A potential health risk for tourists is the thermal and humid conditions, alongside the toxic components of the particulate matter. This research seeks to provide solutions for improving the environmental conditions inside the Roman Mosaic Edifice and to offer useful suggestions concerning health promotion and the protection of museum exhibits against possible future deterioration.

This paper presents an applicative study designed to analyze PV power system energy installed at the UVT Campus' energy autonomy. The case study, analyzes the results obtained from the operation of the pilot building of the Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Science and Technology (ICSTM). This building was designed and built according to worldwide directions in the areas of Near Zero Energy Building (nZeb) and buildings with scientific research laboratories specifics. The particular / specific problem, both at the constructive and installations levels, of great complexity, had been assessed and dimensioned at the level of energy balance with energy input obtained through Building Integrated Photovoltaic's (BIPV) technologies. The experimental results obtained demonstrate the achievement of very high levels of efficiency and economy in 2017 compared to the previous baseline year. Therefore, by consuming more efficiently and improving the PV absorption efficiency, savings of ~ 7800 Eur / 33% less energy absorbed from the national network (SEN) were achieved.

This paper analyzes the thermodynamic performance of solar thermal heat input in HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) systems for large office and laboratory buildings. As energy demands rise, solar-assisted HVACR systems provide a sustainable solution to enhance energy efficiency. The study focuses on a configuration with two 500 L puffer tanks connected to a 3000 L Thermal Energy Storage System (TESS), utilizing direct integration during the cold season and indirect integration via an adsorption chiller in the hot season. Dynamic simulations assess key performance indicators, including solar fraction and overall system efficiency, under varying solar radiation and building load profiles. Results highlight the potential for significant energy savings and improved climate control in large-scale buildings, emphasizing the critical role of thermal energy storage in optimizing system performance throughout the year. The research conducted on the experimental platform at Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Science and Technology (ICSTM) has identified the regimes and scenarios in which this approach can be considered both economically and technically viable.