Topic of the Month (July 2026)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
In July and August, the topic of the month aims to promote sustainable and affordable human-centred cooling solutions for European buildings, focusing on:
- Technologies that enable an efficient use of energy and resources
- Passive cooling solutions
- Personalised local cooling solutions
- Link between renewable and low-carbon cooling solutions
…and more!
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REHVA and eu.bac have released a brochure outlining how EN ISO 52120‑1 supports EU sustainability requirements through automation functions for heating, cooling, heat pumps and ventilation.
Publication
The article, published in 'Enlite' and authored by Marine Cornelis, founder of Next Energy Consumer, highlights how increasing temperatures are intensifying demand for cooling and revealing gaps in efficiency, access and energy affordability.
News
A recent EURACTIV discussion explored how current EU policies address energy poverty and housing needs, with a focus on affordability, renovation and support for vulnerable households.
News
REHVA joined the Eurovent Annual Meeting 2026 to reinforce cooperation on EU policy developments affecting the HVACR and building sectors.
News
Europe’s new thermal planning framework places municipalities and regions at the centre of the energy transition, while also exposing persistent structural shortcomings in data, financing and governance.
Publication