The idea of PRESTO project is based on developing and
optimizing sustainable composite materials with PCM dispersed in both insulating and structural building elements to combine
thermal insulation with thermal fluctuation reduction. The development of composites including carbon micro- or nanostructures will
also be investigated to evaluate the possibility of obtaining materials capable of simultaneously absorbing infrared (IR) radiation and
storing thermal energy. To do this we will start from preparing composites by various methods including PCM emulsions, since via
emulsion preparation procedures we will be able to prepare different types of PCM or PCM/carbon suspension to disperse in building
materials. Both geopolymers and commercial polyurethane will be tested