A field study explores the phenomenon of overheating in low-energy buildings
Imagine building a low-energy home, designed to save energy and be comfortable. But what if, instead, it became unbearably hot?
Seismic safety and energy efficiency hand in hand: renovating through the EPBD recast
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) recast provides opportunities for integrating seismic safety and energy efficiency in building renovations, focusing on community engagement and EU policies, as demonstrated by the e-SAFE project for reinforced concrete buildings.
The Climate Change Committee's seventh carbon budget and the UK Green Building Council stance on decarbonisation
The seventh carbon budget highlights the need for rapid decarbonisation in buildings, focusing on energy efficiency and electric heating, with urgent policy actions and investment to achieve long-term climate goals.
German start-up for energy-efficient renovations raises €3.6 million
Deutsche Sanierungsberatung (dsb), a Berlin-based energy consulting start-up, raised €3.6 million in Seed funding to simplify energy-efficient renovations for German homeowners through a digital platform that offers services from planning to government subsidies.
Bridging the Smart Readiness gap: A holistic approach to smart buildings
Smart solutions address building needs amid climate, net-congestion, and comfort challenges. A holistic approach, matching the needs of diverse stakeholders and taking existing technology and cybersecurity in account, is essential.
Green Solutions Awards: Vote for the most inspiring sustainable project!
The 2024-2025 competition has announced its candidates. Coming from 26 different countries, all of them incorporate solutions that, if replicated on a large scale, will help decarbonise the construction sector. Vote for your favourites!
Integrating Urban Digital Twins and Zero Energy Buildings for smart city sustainability
This study develops a novel framework integrating Urban Digital Twins and Zero Energy Buildings to optimise energy management, enhance sustainability, and inform smart city development.
The role of Distribution System Operators (DSOs) in supporting the growth of energy communities
DSOs play a crucial role in supporting energy communities by enhancing grid resilience, integrating renewables, and fostering collaboration through smart grid technologies and consumer engagement.
Navigating environmental challenges in 2025: sustainability, innovation, and collaboration in the built environment
In 2025, environmental challenges in development will focus on sustainability, biodiversity, air quality, water management, and decarbonisation, requiring collaboration and innovative solutions to meet ambitious policies and targets.
Co-design: ensuring an integrated and inclusive approach to renovation
Victoria Taranu, policy officer at BPIE, shares her view on the benefits of co-design, a process which involves key stakeholders such as building occupants and users in the renovation planning.