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Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

Contributions in this theme (841)

LIFE23-CET-Plan4Cold Project

Supporting South Europe municipalities in the definition of sustainable local heating and cooling plans.

Link

29/11/2024

Detached single-family house located in Konya

This 2024 detached house in Konya features energy-efficient construction with high-performance insulation, triple-glazed windows, and a natural gas combi boiler, achieving low heating demand and renewable energy generation.

Case study

29/11/2024

PER limits for the three Passive House Classes.

The Passive House Classes: Classic, Plus and Premium

Renewable energy is the ideal complement to the efficiency of the Passive House Standard. In order to provide guidance for this combination, the Passive House Institute offers three tiers for its building certification: Classic, Plus and Premium.

News

28/11/2024

Trends in building ventilation requirements and inspection in France

AIVC's Ventilation Information Paper #48.2 summarises current knowledge on building ventilation requirements and inspection trends in France.

Publication

28/11/2024

Trends in building and ductwork airtightness in Germany

AIVC's Ventilation Information Paper #45.13 summarises current knowledge on trends in building and ductwork airtightness in Germany.

Publication

27/11/2024

From local action to global change: best practices in renewable heating and cooling

Join EHPA's (European Heat Pump Association) upcoming webinar to explore how the success of National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) is being measured in terms of decarbonisation strategies and targets.

Event

Areal view of buildings and plants near the ocean in Singapore

Biophilic design for sustainable, cooler and comfortable buildings in Singapore

CapitaLand adopts biophilic design and nature-based solutions to create sustainable, cooler buildings, enhancing wellbeing and reducing the urban heat island effect in tropical Singapore.

News

26/11/2024

Guide for developing and operating Climate Positive Circular Communities

The ARV project’s Blueprint is a collaborative, evolving guide for developing sustainable Climate-Positive Circular Communities. It integrates insights and tools to support stakeholders in planning, building, and operating these communities.

Publication

26/11/2024

How to deliver a renovation revolution in Europe’s buildings

This handbook is a three step, practical guide for governments, businesses, and financial institutions, on how to drive up Europe's energy renovation rates.

Publication

25/11/2024

Addressing thermal bridging

Retrofitting traditional buildings requires addressing thermal bridging to improve energy efficiency, prevent moisture issues, and meet modern regulatory standards while preserving architectural integrity.

News

25/11/2024

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