Lexin Zhang
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Research Subjects
Lexin Zhang has a total of 5 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Bin Guo
School of Public Administration, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology 2 , Xi'an, Shaanxi 710055
1 shared publication - Bo Yang
Scientific Research and Technology Department, Hebei Academy of Building Research Co Ltd. 3 , Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050227
1 shared publication - Wei Zhao
School of Management, Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, Xi’an 710055, China
1 shared publication - Wen Zhang
School of Management, Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, Xi’an 710055, China
1 shared publication - Yutong He
School of Management, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology 1 , Xi'an, Shaanxi 710055
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- 1 May 2026
- Published by AIP Publishing in Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy
- Vol. 18 (3)
A microclimate-based framework for multi-objective optimization of residential building design
The building sector accounts for 40% of global energy consumption and 39% of carbon emissions, with climate change-induced extreme weather exacerbating energy demands and indoor habitability. Addressing this challenge is crucial for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 11 and 13. However, existing research predominantly focuses on single-objective optimizations, lacking systematic multi-objective approaches. This study develops a synergistic optimization model integrating microclimate simulations (ENVI-MET and Grasshopper) with non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm II to simultaneously balance thermal comfort, energy consumption, and economic cost. A case study in Hebei Province, China—a temperate monsoon climate region with significant urbanization challenges—demonstrates compelling results: 2–3 °C indoor temperature reduction, 15%–20% energy savings, with only 5%–8% construction cost increase. This research provides a robust, replicable framework empowering architects and planners to optimize sustainable and climate-resilient residential building design.
- 1 May 2026
- Published by AIP Publishing in Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy
- Vol. 18 (3)
A microclimate-based framework for multi-objective optimization of residential building design
The building sector accounts for 40% of global energy consumption and 39% of carbon emissions, with climate change-induced extreme weather exacerbating energy demands and indoor habitability. Addressing this challenge is crucial for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 11 and 13. However, existing research predominantly focuses on single-objective optimizations, lacking systematic multi-objective approaches. This study develops a synergistic optimization model integrating microclimate simulations (ENVI-MET and Grasshopper) with non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm II to simultaneously balance thermal comfort, energy consumption, and economic cost. A case study in Hebei Province, China—a temperate monsoon climate region with significant urbanization challenges—demonstrates compelling results: 2–3 °C indoor temperature reduction, 15%–20% energy savings, with only 5%–8% construction cost increase. This research provides a robust, replicable framework empowering architects and planners to optimize sustainable and climate-resilient residential building design.