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Concrete, needed everywhere, is highly polluting. It is necessary to find a sustainable approach to construction within planetary boundaries. Solutions are starting to emerge.

To contrast climate change, British Columbia invests in heat pumps for low-and middle-income families, reducing emission, energy costs, and creating jobs.

This article compiles 8 research developments achieved by Reincarnate, thus maximising their life cycle and determining if they are suitable for reuse.

The World Bank's new Global Dataset on Building Energy Efficiency Codes and Standards aims to address the lack of expertise in implementing effective energy efficiency standards in construction, crucial for combating climate change, particularly in developing countries.

SmartSPIN aims to unleash the energy efficiency and flexibility potential in the commercial rented buildings by integrating the latest energy smart services and non-energy services along with advanced technologies in a novel business model.

BUILD UP is an open portal for everyone interested in making the construction sector more energy-efficient. Whether you're sharing knowledge, promoting your work, or interacting with peers, there are countless ways to engage with our community. Watch the video to explore how to get the most out of BUILD UP!

The US startup Mycocycle offers a solution to the issue of construction waste by employing specially trained mushrooms to consume and recycle it.

Toronto researchers propose a system that combines solar panels and hydrogen fuel cells to power buildings sustainably and reducing reliance on the grid.

A list of best practices for a sustainable building sector.

New renovation challenge for the H2020-funded project INFINITE.