Submit your paper for 16th Spanish Passive House Conference
The Call for Papers for the 16th Spanish Passive House Conference (16CEPH) in Madrid is now open until 31st March 2024.
Giulia Leghissa
MEPs have approved the agreement on the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
On Tuesday 12th March, the European Parliament voted in favour of the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.
Giulia Leghissa
Can smart technology alleviate the labour skill shortage?
The construction industry is known to lag behind in terms of innovation, however it is experiencing a transformation with the introduction of digital and smart technology.
Giulia Leghissa
Advancing sustainability and decarbonisation in EU cities
Some exemplary EU cities such as Amsterdam, Stockholm and Nantes represent best practices in decarbonising the building sector.
Giulia Leghissa
Heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvement in UK buildings
West Dunbartonshire Council has published its strategy to decarbonise heat and improve energy efficiency in buildings of the region.
Giulia Leghissa
Greek citizens are taking the opportunity to generate their own energy
With the increase of energy prices in Greece, Greek citizens are taking this as an opportunity to establish energy communities to produce their own energy.
Giulia Leghissa
Lack of skilled workers jeopardise efforts to reduce energy consumption in buildings
Skilled construction workers are essential to reach renovation and energy efficiency targets of EU building stock. How to solve this shortage?
Giulia Leghissa
What is the climate impact of our homes?
Addressing the emissions that arise before a building is even built is essential to tackle climate change.
Giulia Leghissa
Continuous insulation gaining attention in commercial and residential customers
Continuous insulation challenges the traditional approach of insulation between structural elements by wrapping the entire envelope with a layer of insulation.
Giulia Leghissa
Unpredictable weather can cause building envelope issues in commercial buildings
Due to unforeseen weather, building envelope of commercial buildings can be damaged. Building codes and ventilation criteria becomes pivotal for the safety of the occupants.
Giulia Leghissa