Special Session Organized by

Jakub Grela, AGH University of Krakow, Poland, Andrzej Ożadowicz, AGH University of Krakow, Poland, Lukasz Wisniewski, Institute Industrial IT / Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe, Germany, John Gialelis, University of Patras, Greece, Stylianos Karatzas, University of Patras, Greece, and Tullio Facchinetti, AGH University of Krakow, Poland.

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Focus

This special session focuses on emerging technologies in building automation, emphasizing intelligent control, energy efficiency and sustainability. Key topics include AI-driven optimization, IoT-enabled real-time monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. Contributions are expected to address challenges in system interoperability, cybersecurity, and adaptive automation. Special attention will be given to energy and air quality management strategies, occupant-centric solutions, and the role of digital twins in holistic system modelling and predictive maintenance. The session aims to highlight innovative research and practical implementations that enhance building performance, sustainability, operational efficiency as well as increase the well-being of persons in the indoor environment. Authors are encouraged to present novel approaches, case studies, and future trends shaping next-generation smart buildings.

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Topics under this session include:

ML/AI for Energy and/or Air Quality Management in Buildings

IoT and Edge Computing for Smart Buildings – Real-time data processing, decentralized automation, and enhanced interoperability

Interoperability and Open Standards in Building Automation Systems

Cybersecurity and Privacy in Intelligent Buildings – Secure data exchange, resilience strategies, and regulatory compliance

Interoperable Data Platforms and Data Modelling

Digital Twins in the Building Automation context

Occupant-Centric and Adaptive Building Systems – Human comfort, behavioural analytics, and dynamic space management

Sustainable Building Operations – Smart HVAC, renewable energy integration, and carbon footprint reduction