Publications

Strategic report commissioned by the Dutch Ministry of the Interior proposing a simpler, more accurate energy performance methodology aligned with real use and EPBD-IV requirements. Implementation is planned for 2030.

Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) are transforming architecture by merging energy generation with design. This guidebook provides a clear and practical overview of BIPV systems, products, and real-world applications, promoting a sustainable future.

PwC unveils how smart buildings, powered by intelligent systems, are redefining urban life. At the core lies energy efficiency—cutting waste, slashing emissions, and turning cities into agile, sustainable ecosystems fit for a low-carbon future.

Spain has stepped up its energy efficiency efforts, cutting consumption and emissions while boosting sustainability. A new national plan sets ambitious savings targets, with buildings, transport and industry at the heart of the country’s green transition.

Retabit is a data-driven platform that supports building renovation and urban regeneration by integrating energy, economic, and social factors. It offers tools to analyse conditions and plan interventions, aiding stakeholders in aligning projects with sustainability and climate goals.

India’s buildings could soon do more than shelter—they could power the nation. A new white paper explores how solar façades and rooftops, through Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), may transform urban skylines into clean energy generators.

As climate goals tighten, a new study explores how solar panels and passive house design can work together to cut emissions and boost energy efficiency. The findings offer a roadmap for greener homes, highlighting global trends, key challenges, and smart solutions.

Europe’s energy future is being rewritten. The InEExS roadmap confronts outdated systems with smart tech, blockchain, and bold policy reform—offering a clear path to a cleaner, more connected, and consumer-driven energy landscape.

Scottish rooftops may soon pay their own bills. A new study reveals that Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) systems could slash energy costs and emissions. Aberdeen leads the charge, proving that even grey skies can power a greener future.

As solar power surges ahead, this review unpacks how blending it with wind, diesel, and storage unlocks cleaner, smarter energy. It explores the models and methods shaping tomorrow’s grids, where reliability meets sustainability in a finely tuned balance.