Why do we need a circular built environment?
The built environment is becoming less and less sustainable. Good practices are already in place but more needs to be done by using circular economy approaches.
Plant-based technologies for smart windows
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed novel sustainable electrochromic materials and devices with excellent properties for smart windows.
Maison du Lac: renovation according to the principles of the circular economy
Renovation of an 'Architect's House' built in the 1950s. The principles: energy efficiency and adherence to the circular economy approach.
Circular Economy indicators and perspectives in Finnish cities
Finnish city officials assess circular economy indicators for better urban sustainability.
The challenging but essential transition to circularity
The transition to a circular economy, also in the construction sector, which is essential to achieve the goal of zero emissions, requires a rapid paradigm shift.
The ASHVIN digital twin system builds a more productive, sustainable and safe future
Researchers and engineers have participated in developing and testing a novel digital twin system in over 20 European construction and maintenance sites. They predict integrating digital twin assistants into the routine work processes of construction projects and asset maintenance will become commonplace within five years.
Looking to the future with BuiltHub
Speakers at the event will include project partners working across the building, research and private sectors, as well as notable figures from the EU level.
WorldGBC’s European Manifesto for a sustainable built environment
The WorldGBC's manifesto advocates for sustainable building practices in Europe highlighting priorities for action at governance level.
Circular building: transforming waste into wealth
Circular buildings optimise resource use, minimise waste, and offer benefits such as decarbonisation and increased resilience.
Addressing the environmental impact of concrete production
Concrete production poses environmental challenges, requiring innovative solutions for sustainability.