Stefano Boeri Architetti’s 'Urban Oasis' in Bratislava will transform a neglected industrial area into a sustainable community hub centred around a large public park and eco-friendly buildings.
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The renovation wave requires an integrated, participatory, and neighbourhood-specific approach that is customised to the local environment. A digital tool called RESTO (Renovation Strategy Tool) has been developed to help local municipalities automate calculations for comprehensive renovation strategies, by utilising public databases at the neighbourhood level.
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Integrated photovoltaics has emerged as key to reducing net greenhouse gas emissions across different sectors, such as building, transport, and agriculture. This article reviews the competitiveness of Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) and Infrastructure-Integrated Photovoltaics (IIPV) in residential applications.
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The PEN approach, bolstered by EU policies, emphasises community involvement and scaled-up building renovations, demanding effective national implementation and key factors like harmonised definitions and tailored financing for success.
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This white paper provides an in-depth analysis of active module systems for building envelopes, focusing on their development, challenges, and potential targets for future implementation. The paper examines the current landscape of active modules, reviews best practice projects from 2018 to 2023, and identifies gaps and barriers within the industry. By adopting a comprehensive methodology, this study aims to redefine the concept of active modules and propose strategies for their advancement in the construction sector.
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Millions of European citizens struggle to afford housing bills, but there is hope on the horizon.
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In the article, project manager Kadri Kallast takes a closer look at the barriers homeowners need to overcome when renovating buildings placed under heritage protection and how they should be supported along the way.
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At the IEA’s 9th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Nairobi, speakers called for a renewed focus on energy efficiency in Africa, highlighting urbanisation's dual role as a challenge and opportunity, and stressing the need for solutions that address social and technical aspects.
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