Building trust in AI for digital twins
The PROBONO project faces challenges in deploying digital twins, especially with AI's opacity, but methods like LIME and SHAP help improve transparency and trust.
iBRoad2EPC European outreach
EU events, networking and final conference briefing.
Urban areas as hubs for a greener future
Around 75% of Europeans live in cities facing environmental and health challenges, with the EEA highlighting the need for energy-efficient buildings, smart renovations, and sustainable urban planning to mitigate climate change, reduce emissions, and improve quality of life.
The BIPV binomial: sustainability and aesthetic
Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) offer an efficient, aesthetic solution for reducing energy consumption and emissions in buildings, with innovations in coloured solar technologies making them more appealing for architects and supporting sustainable design.
Siamo pronti agli edifici smart?
I sistemi di domotica e building automation favoriscono la transizione ecologica degli edifici, portando a una maggiore efficienza energetica, riducendo emissioni e costi, ma la loro diffusione è ostacolata da scarsa consapevolezza, costi alti e carenza di competenze.
How EPCs are shaping new developments in line with the EPBD recast
The OneClickRENO (OCR) and iEPB projects aim to enhance building energy efficiency and EPBD implementation. OCR develops automatic building renovation passports, while iEPB creates a common data model that integrates different EPB assessments.
iBRoad2EPC perspectives #2 Public authorities views on the integration potential
Final national guides for the integration of iBRoad2EPC into the individual framework of the six pilot countries.
iBRoad2EPC perspectives #1 Stakeholders views on iBRoad2EPC adoption
National stakeholder roundtables in the six pilot countries yielding important results on the barriers and facilitators for future implementation of iBRoad2EPC.
Albania's step towards a climate neutral building sector
Starting in 2026, Albania will require all new and renovated buildings to meet energy performance standards, use renewable energy, and include features like solar energy, electric vehicle charging, and air quality monitoring to reduce emissions and align with EU climate goals.
The Sustainable Energy Finance Association (SEFA) ratifies new manifesto
SEFA has adopted a pivotal manifesto aimed at advancing Europe’s transition to a net-zero carbon future within the built environment. This manifesto outlines SEFA's commitment to accelerating Europe’s transition to a net-zero carbon economy through targeted support for sustainable energy finance.