The Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) measures a building’s ability to use smart technologies. Buildings account for 40% of energy consumption in the European Union, making the sector crucial for achieving Europe's climate goals. Beyond energy efficiency, smart technologies can also improve occupant health, well-being, and comfort. Despite the SRI's early initiation, practical tools, best practices, and actionable insights from the building sector are needed to inform policymakers and unlock the investments needed to meet digitalisation targets. The revised 2024 EPBD, Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, underscores the critical role of digitalisation in enhancing the energy performance of existing buildings. 

SMARTeeSTORY, a pioneer in applying the SRI in real-world scenarios of historical buildings, and BuildOn, focusing on cost-effective automation solutions, will showcase best practices, technological advancements, and policy integration strategies. Guest project REN+HOMES will also contribute to the discussion by highlighting its methodologies and recommendations for positive-energy buildings.

The session emphasises how leveraging digital solutions and user engagement can improve energy performance across diverse building types, in line with the EU's goals set out in the EPBD.

This event is part of the EUSEW 2025 - Sustainable Energy Days.