EU building climate tracker warns: Europe is off track
The EU's building sector is off track in meeting climate goals, with the European Buildings Climate Tracker showing a 40% shortfall, highlighting the need for urgent action, including effective implementation of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.
Climate tech for greener cities
Urban areas contribute significantly to global CO2 emissions, but climate tech, sustainable building materials, and community collaboration offer solutions for creating more resilient, energy-efficient cities.
Building control: ensuring safety, sustainability, and efficiency in modern construction
Building control professionals ensure the safety, sustainability, and efficiency of construction projects by adapting to innovations, promoting green standards, and navigating complex regulations.
Digital renovation transformation: unlocking efficiency, sustainability, and collaboration
Europe’s renovation of building stock, facilitated by digitalisation and paradigm shifts, can ensure sustainability, efficiency, and equity within ecological planetary boundaries. Estonian digitalisation initiatives streamline renovation processes by improving data accuracy and supporting renovation planning and decision-making, thus accelerating energy-efficient upgrades and aligning building stock transformation with broader European sustainability goals.
2024... in webinars
Throughout the year, the BUILD UP portal has hosted numerous webinars featuring key stakeholders, focusing on essential energy efficiency topics in the construction sector. Here are some highlights: don’t miss the chance to revisit the recordings!
SUPERSHINE Project holds field visit to see energy democracy in action
The SUPERSHINE consortium gathered to continue the dialogue on energy efficiency and social innovation in housing. Building on SUPER-i's achievements, the partners explored how inclusive approaches can increase the impact of energy efficiency initiatives while addressing social and environmental challenges.
2nd World Conference on Construction & Building Technology
This year's edition will bring together the leading professionals in building and construction for two days of learning about the latest trends and cutting-edge technology, professional and personal development, and networking with experts from all over the world.
Green building and SDGs
This paper explores how green buildings contribute to achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on renewable energy, net-zero consumption, and their positive environmental, social, and economic impacts.
RenoPont in Hungary
RenoPont is a Hungarian initiative providing free consultancy, financial guidance, and professional referrals for energy-efficient home renovations, funded through awareness activities and energy efficiency projects.
Why the built environment needs a circular economy
The construction industry must shift from a linear to a circular economy, promoting reuse and recycling to reduce waste, cut costs, and support sustainability goals.