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.
Old but gold: timber and clay in modern construction
The Think Earth project explores using timber and clay in modern construction to reduce emissions, enhance sustainability, and increase wood reuse from 10% to 90%.
Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission Conference 2025
This conference, organised by ICLEI Europe alongside Mission partner organisations, offers a unique platform for political representatives and practitioners from the Mission Cities, NetZeroCities (the Mission platform), high-level EU representatives, a wide range of stakeholders, the financial community, and private sector representatives to come together in person.
LIFE22-CET-ENTRACK Project
Empowering local and regional authorities to design clean energy transition plans through capacity and knowledge building actions.
LIFE22-CET-SMART Project
Support small municipalities towards energy transition.
Australian start-up launches trials for energy-efficient AC
Conry Tech is launching trials for its energy-efficient air conditioning technology, aiming to cut emissions by 40% in commercial buildings, with plans for wider deployment in Australia next year.
What is missing for a circular transition in the built environment? MIT study investigates
The construction sector's shift from a 'take-make-dispose' model to a circular 'make-use-reuse' approach aims to reduce waste. MIT-led innovations, stakeholder support, and policy incentives are driving adoption.
2024... in experts conversations
Experts from across Europe shared valuable insights on advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings. Here’s a recap of their contributions to BUILD UP in 2024.