Switch2Save project (funded from H2020) proposes advanced, low-weight solutions suitable for direct integration to windows and glass facades for the control of radiation energy transfer, without any impact on the building structure, while enhancing occupants’ comfort.  

On February 28, 2022 Switch2Save will organize an on-line training event dedicated to the launch of its Architectural Design Competition. The Competition aims to collect design concepts of non- residential buildings (new or renovation projects), featuring glass facades, roofs, or large window to wall areas, in any climatic context. We invite participatns to present a design concept in which there is an optimum exploitation of the Switch2Save EC/TC smart functionalities, supported by a clear energy saving concept towards meeting the EU energy saving targets for buildings, while considering occupants’ comfort and wellbeing. In addition, the successful aesthetic integration of the IGUs will be evaluated, as well as the replication potential of the design approach.

EVENT AGENDA:

• 11:00 – 11:05 Welcome, Sara Van Rompaey (E2ARC)
• 11:05 – 11:20 The European Strategy for Energy Efficient Buildings / Green Deal Objectives, Paul Cartuyvels (ECTP president)
• 11:20 – 11:30 Project overview, John Fahlteich (Fraunhofer-FEP)
• 11:30 – 12:05 Smart & Switchable Windows, Michaela Detsi / Ionnis Atsonios (NTUA) / Alexander Kraft (CMG)
• 12:05 – 12:20 The Switch2Save Architectural Design Competition, Sara Van Rompaey (E2ARC)
• 12:20 – 12:30 Q&A

The training will be recorded and the recording will be later one available on Switch2Save website. To take part in the training, please register here: https://switch2save.eu/training/