Zero Emission Buildings (ZEBs) and the future of HVAC
The new regulation on zero emission buildings redefines the role of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning), presenting regulatory challenges and key opportunities for innovation in smart control and energy efficiency.
Europe rewards green innovation: The LIFE Awards 2025 spotlight projects leading the ecological transition
The LIFE Awards 2025 will honour exemplary projects in nature restoration, climate action, and the circular economy. The ceremony will showcase innovative initiatives that are driving sustainability and enhancing quality of life across Europe.
Apulia Region in Italy, at the centre of REHOUSE General Assembly
Over 50 delegates took part to Rehouse General Assembly, including REHOUSE project partners from France, Germany, Greece, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, Hungary and representatives of the Italian partners involved in the energy requalification of a social building owned by ARCA Capitanata in the municipality of Margherita di Savoia.
TightVent Europe newsletter issue #28: May 2025
The May 2025 edition of the TightVent Europe bi-annual newsletter is now available.
Applications open for new edition of the FACE course
The 6th edition of the Façade Architecture Construction and Engineering Course is starting in October 2025.
Innovation and sustainability: The future of energy performance in buildings
Sustainability in the built environment is emerging as a strategic pillar in response to the global challenges of climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the depletion of natural resources.
Is this the future of construction? New study unveils the power of modular steel
Modular steel buildings are emerging as a transformative force in sustainable construction. A recent study published in the International Journal of Sustainable Engineering highlights their potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions and reshape the future of the built environment.
Top BUILD UP highlights you can’t miss at EUSEW: A must-attend guide for building professionals
From 10 to 12 June 2025, Brussels will become the epicentre of Europe’s energy transition as it hosts the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW)—the EU’s flagship event on renewable energy and energy efficiency. To help you make the most of it, BUILD UP has selected the most relevant and insightful sessions focused on energy efficiency in buildings.
Building without a trace: New insights into achieving net zero carbon structures
A recent article examines how net-zero carbon buildings are emerging as a pivotal solution to climate change, combining energy efficiency strategies, renewable energy integration, and the use of low-impact materials.
Public procurement as a green driver: The EU redefines its rules to boost energy efficiency
Progress is being made in the revision of public procurement directives to align them with the objectives of the European Green Deal. In parallel, the ENERGATE project advocates for the integration of energy efficiency criteria into public purchasing processes.