MASTERPIECE: Supporting the energy community journey through digital tools
The MASTERPIECE project demonstrates how digital tools can support energy communities (ECs) at different stages of the EC journey, helping citizens and local actors move from awareness to operation through real life pilot experiences across Europe.
Razširjanje energetskih skupnosti v Sloveniji: Energetski sveženj za državljane in trenutne državne sheme
Ali lahko Energetski sveženj za državljane (angl. Energy Package) in prihajajoče sheme souporabe energije v Sloveniji pomagajo razširiti energetske skupnosti iz pilotnih projektov v širšo lokalno infrastrukturo?
Heat highways and thermal storage take centre stage at Linz District Heating Forum 2026
The Linz District Heating Forum 2026 highlighted the role of large-scale thermal storage and 'heat highways' in decarbonising heating. With strong input from the TREASURE project, experts presented technologies, case studies, and strategies shaping future district heating systems.
Regional and local energy agencies: boosting energy communities through open energy governance
Regional and local energy agencies are the implementation drivers of the energy transition, supporting a locally rooted approach that benefits citizens and strengthens the EU’s energy independence.
Bridging the performance gap: the role of façade commissioning in achieving zero-emission buildings
Focusing on the performance gap, this article examines how façade commissioning and continuous monitoring enable the verification and optimisation of actual operational performance in line with zero-emission building (ZEB) requirements.
Rethinking building envelopes: adaptive façades for low‑energy, climate‑responsive buildings
Adaptive façades, including opaque systems such as ZERAF (ZERo-carbon building enabling Adaptive opaque Facade technology), are reshaping building design by reducing energy demand and enhancing resilience through the intelligent use of natural climate resources.
Netonull paberil ja praktikas - kas magalaid saab renoveerida nullheitepiirkondadeks?
Eesti magalapiirkonna renoveerimise modelleerimine näitab, kuidas nullheidee võib paberil näida saavutatav, kuid tegelikkuses ebaõnnestuda elukaarepõhiste heitmete ja maakasutuspiirangute tõttu.
Towards climate neutral buildings in Albania: pilots, policy alignment, and regional convergence
What can Albania’s early climate neutral building projects teach designers and policymakers preparing for a zero-emission future in the Western Balkans?
Shaping the transition towards zero-emission buildings in Europe
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive recast sets a pathway to climate‑neutral buildings by 2050. This overview examines the EU framework and early national approaches, highlighting implementation patterns and the challenge of translating zero‑emission goals into workable national policies.
Revitalising the Smart Readiness Indicator: putting Indoor Environmental Quality at the centre
Experience with the interim Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) framework shows that, in its current form, the indicator risks falling short of its ambition. Targeted improvements are needed to ensure the SRI remains relevant, credible, and effective.