Alessandra Insana

A survey-based investigation of key challenges in advancing the implementation of energy geostructures

Alessandra Insana, F. Szymkiewicz, E. Khamis, R. Da Re et autres

The urgent requirement to decarbonise the construction sector and reduce building-related fossil fuel consumption has positioned energy geostructures as a pivotal multipurpose solution for climate change mitigation. However, despite a growing body of scientific literature and knowledge-sharing initiatives, global adoption remains disproportionately …

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Correction: Energy tunnels for a sustainable future

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana

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Energy tunnels for a sustainable future

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana

Abstract Energy tunnels are an emerging class of sustainable infrastructure that combines structural, geotechnical and energy functions in a single system. By thermally activating tunnel linings, engineers can extract, store and exchange geothermal heat for applications such as urban heating, cooling and …

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Energy retrofitting of the Olimpia motorway tunnel

Simone De Feudis, Alessandra Insana, M. Barla

Nowadays, the increasing deterioration of existing infrastructure requires refurbishment to guarantee service continuation in safe conditions. However, this may represent a valuable opportunity to renovate the existing heritage of infrastructures not only from a structural but also from a sustainable viewpoint. The …

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Time-Dependent Numerical Modelling of the Effectiveness of a Drainage Intervention on a Large Landslide

Mahmut Celal Barla, Alessandra Insana, F. Campana, J. Lopez Ochoa

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Advancing Sustainable Climatization by Way of Energy Geostructures in the Retrofitting of Buildings

Marco Barla, Maria Romana Alvi, Adriana Angelotti, Giulia Capati et autres

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Environmental Studies, Interactions and Interferences

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

Chapter 5 focuses on environmental impacts and interactions between energy geostructures and surrounding systems. It explains thermal interference, which occurs when heat transfer from one installation affects another, especially in dense urban environments. The chapter discusses heat transport mechanisms (conduction, advection, dispersion) …

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Recommendations for the Conceptualisation, Design and Construction of Energy Geostructures

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

International audience

Thermal Design of Energy Geostructures

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

Chapter 3 presents methods for evaluating and optimizing the thermal performance of energy geostructures. It begins with feasibility assessments to estimate energy potential and proceeds to detailed design using analytical, semi-analytical, and numerical models. Different geostructure types such as piles, walls, slabs, …

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Design Data: Site Characterisation and Thermal Loading Conditions

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

This chapter outlines the essential data required for designing energy geostructures, focusing on ground characterization and thermal loading. It distinguishes between feasibility-stage assessments and detailed investigations, covering thermal, hydrogeological, and thermomechanical properties of soils. Key parameters include ground temperature, thermal conductivity, heat …

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Thermo-Mechanical Design of Energy Geostructures

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

This chapter examines how temperature variations affect the structural and geotechnical behaviour of energy geostructures. Thermal loading induces expansion and contraction, generating additional stresses and strains due to constraints from surrounding soil and structural elements. The chapter explains that while ultimate limit …

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Contribution of Energy Geostructures to Sustainable Development

Marco Barla, Alessandra Insana, Sondre Gjengedal, Primož Jelušič et autres

This chapter frames energy geostructures within the global transition to sustainable energy systems. It highlights the environmental impact of fossil fuel consumption and the urgent need for renewable, low-carbon solutions, particularly in the building sector, which accounts for a large share of …

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