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The H2020 iclimabuilt project functions as an Open Innovation Test Bed (OITB) aimed at establishing an open-access ecosystem. The project's mission is to support the development, upscaling, and testing of innovative building envelope materials and systems.

The January 2025 edition of the Venticool bi-annual newsletter is out.

The ZEBAI Project focuses on optimising energy efficiency, environmental impact, and cost-effectiveness, aiming to transform sustainable construction through real-world demonstrators and innovative methodologies. Recently, the project held its 2nd General Assembly to review progress and plan future steps.

The world’s urbanisation calls for regenerative design in buildings and infrastructure, focusing on sustainability, resilience, and social value, exemplified by projects like New York’s Big U, which integrates nature-based solutions and community well-being.

The 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale, curated by Carlo Ratti, explores architecture's role in addressing global challenges through cross-disciplinary collaboration, with national pavilions offering local solutions to sustainability and urban transformation.

Sustainable construction prioritises eco-friendly practices, energy efficiency, and occupant well-being to reduce environmental impact and promote healthier living spaces.

AI and science-led design are transforming the built environment by integrating data and innovation to create sustainable, efficient, and human-centred spaces.

The study assesses EU net-zero manufacturing, mapping capacities, analysing policies, and highlighting challenges, with 75% of countries offering incentives and the Net-Zero Industry Act which stands as a tool to scale up production in EU.

MIT researchers found that energy coaching and better data helped households reduce energy bills by 53%, alleviating energy poverty, with lasting results achieved through coaching and smart devices.

Greece has launched a EUR 223.2 million programme to support households in installing solar heaters and heat pumps, aiming to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency, with additional programs for homes, schools, and utilities.