Preserving biodiversity within the built environment: actions, insights, and pathways forward
The biodiversity crisis is gaining recognition in the built environment, with efforts focusing on understanding impacts, acting on known solutions, improving supply chain transparency, and learning from other sectors to drive meaningful change.
Plasmochromic windows for enhancing energy efficiency and visual comfort
This study shows that dual-band electrochromic windows, with intelligent control, improve energy efficiency and reduce visual discomfort by up to 27% and 32%, respectively, compared to traditional glazing systems.
Future-proofing retrofits
The retrofit movement faces cost challenges but is essential for reducing energy and carbon emissions, requiring a holistic approach that balances active and passive solutions to future-proof buildings and meet evolving energy targets.
Apply to the Green Solutions Awards 2025
Showcase your expertise and compete for top honours in the Building, District, or Infrastructure categories of this prestigious international competition. With BUILD UP as a media partner, the contest offers 13 national and 11 international awards. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your expertise and join this celebration of excellence in sustainable innovation!
LIFE23-CET-LIFE LivingLab Project
Energy Living Lab of the Olomouc Region.
Driving people-oriented renovation processes through social innovation
REHOUSE integrates social innovation into building renovation processes, ensuring inclusivity and sustainability.
LIFE23-CET-FACILITA Project
Facilitating ambitious energy renovation of public buildings through integrated services in Spain.
Stakeholders call for tax incentives and sustainable policies in Nigeria's built environment
At FESICON 2024, stakeholders called for government tax incentives, sustainable policies, technological innovations, and increased funding to address challenges in the built environment and achieve sustainable development goals.
Exhibition highlights the fight against energy poverty in Europe
The EESC's 'Powerful Encounters' exhibition, featuring Miriam Strong's photography, highlights the impact of energy poverty in Europe and advocates for affordable, clean energy and housing solutions.
Energy poverty in the EU: an overview of policies and challenges
Energy poverty affects a significant portion of the EU population, prompting the EU to implement policies like the Green Deal and 'Fit for 55' to improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and support vulnerable households through measures like the Social Climate Fund.