Our research advances smart and sustainable energy management by integrating technological, socio-economic, and behavioral dimensions within the built environment and urban infrastructure. We navigate policy-driven energy transitions—focusing on market mechanisms of renewables and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)—while optimizing occupant-driven building controls that balance building energy performance with human well-being. By leveraging interdisciplinary methods such as AI, ABM, VR experiments, and IoT sensing, we provide evidence-based insights to transform both physical systems and market ecosystems for a resilient future. For a better understanding of our research areas and projects, please explore our research page.