The EU's revised Renewable Energy Directive
The EU's revised Renewable Energy Directive aims to accelerate the clean energy transition, setting a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy consumption by 2030, bolstering competitiveness and reducing external dependency, with simplified permitting and sustainability criteria to support deployment and achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
Case Study | Eiksveien 116
The Eiksveien 116 project in Østerås, Norway, is a sustainable, energy-efficient care home complex featuring eco-friendly materials, geothermal heating, solar panels, and a green roof, designed to minimise its environmental impact while providing high-quality housing.
Energy savings with eco-efficient ZS ceramic bricks
The study demonstrates that using eco-efficient ZS ceramic bricks in building construction can reduce energy consumption by up to 12.5% compared to conventional bricks, with or without thermal insulation, in various climates.
Discovering BuildON
BuildON is a European project that enhances buildings with smart, AI-driven technologies for efficient energy management and decarbonisation. A leaflet introducing the initiative is available for download.
The Retrofit Credits programme: Decarbonising the social housing sector
Antoine Pellet explains how the Retrofit Credits programme supports decarbonisation in the UK’s social housing sector by offering financial incentives for retrofitting projects that reduce emissions and create local social value.
Craft’s final event: Shaping sustainable futures
Craft’s final event will culminate three years of work on local collaborative governance models across European cities, viewed through the New European Bauhaus (NEB) lens.
Optimising relocatable modular building management with digital twin technology
This study presents a Digital Twin-based system integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM), Internet of Things (IoT), and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to optimise the allocation, management, and lifecycle of relocatable modular buildings, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
PhD thesis explores stakeholder strategies for green and circular building concepts
This research examines how stakeholders can promote green and circular building concepts through decision-support models, market insights, and strategies to enhance sustainability in construction projects.
Case Study | Residenza I Girasoli
Residenza I Girasoli in Castenaso, Italy, features energy-efficient, well-insulated buildings with modern HVAC systems, renewable energy sources, and smart technologies, aiming for Plus Energy status while offering limited user customisation.
Renovating or constructing from scratch? A sustainable debate
The debate over demolishing or renovating buildings focuses on balancing sustainability, cost, and community needs, with technological advancements helping to extend their lifespans.