Future trends in construction: embracing sustainability
By 2030, the construction industry will transform through technologies like BIM, 3D printing, drones, and smart materials, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and project outcomes.
Call for papers: enhancing IEQ in the built environment
The Journal of Building Design and Environment is inviting researchers to contribute articles on improving energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and occupant well-being in the built environment.
Herbert Paradise Residence
A home renovation in Kensal Rise, London, achieves a 75% reduction in energy use, setting a new standard for sustainable urban living in the city.
Local energy systems: a glimpse to SERENE
The SERENE project is improving local energy systems in Europe through new technologies and community involvement for better sustainability and efficiency.
Wales: £10 million to support Smart Local Energy System
The Welsh Government launched a £10 million grant scheme to support community-driven Smart Local Energy Systems, aiming for 100% renewable electricity by 2035, boosting energy efficiency, and enhancing community resilience.
Online course on circular building products
New course from TU Delft.
Share your expertise on energy efficiency in buildings across Europe with BUILD UP – in any official language!
Do you have valuable knowledge, innovative research, or upcoming events related to energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings that could benefit the community? We invite you to take full advantage of BUILD UP, the go-to platform for energy efficiency professionals across Europe, which supports the 24 official EU languages.
Data-Driven Smart Buildings Workshop
This workshop brings together at Sustainable Places 2024 four EU-funded innovation projects: DigiBUILD, MODERATE, BuildON and DEDALUS, which present and discuss their achievements on two intertwined topics: data models & interoperability and data-driven services.
Expanding the concept of users in energy communities: impact of including businesses and industry
This paper shows that including businesses and industrial users in renewable energy communities can greatly improve energy sharing and self-sufficiency for residential members.
Barriers to green space heating & cooling and how to overcome them
The paper highlights that green heating and cooling technologies, despite their benefits, are underused in Europe due to barriers such as dependence on fossil fuels and insufficient expertise; however, targeted policies and innovations could enhance their adoption and contribute to achieving climate goals.