Next generation sustainable, intelligent, occupant-centric indoor climate management system (NEXT-ICM)

Research Project, 2026 – 2028

As concerns about climate change, health, and energy consumption grow, the way we manage the indoor climate in buildings has never been more critical. Traditional manual operation barely achieves optimal indoor health, comfort, and energy efficiency, while automated controls prioritize system performance over engagement and preferences of building users. This project combines the emerging technologies of the Internet of Things, digital twins, and artificial intelligence to address key research gaps and technical challenges in predictive modelling of hybrid ventilation, occupant-centric indoor climate management, and AI-powered building–occupant interaction. By integrating these innovations into a unified system, the project offers a sustainable, intelligent, occupant-centric solution for the next generation of indoor climate management (NEXT-ICM).