Editorial: Global excellence in indoor environment: South America.

The editorial in the Frontiers in Built Environment journal focuses on the importance of indoor environmental quality in South America, emphasizing the need for sustainable, energy-efficient spaces that promote human wellbeing. Three studies presented in the research topic highlight key challenges and solutions in energy efficiency, social sustainability, and rural-urban integration in the region. The studies underscore the significance of context-specific approaches that blend technical innovation with community engagement to drive meaningful progress in addressing environmental and economic challenges. Future research could explore integrating emerging technologies like digital twins and artificial intelligence to enhance energy efficiency and participatory planning processes, ultimately fostering cross-border collaborations to tackle global challenges such as climate change and energy poverty. [Extracted from the article]