Decarbonising high-rise buildings: NYSERDA's retrofit initiative
High-rise buildings in cold climates are tackling heating system decarbonisation challenges through NYSERDA's Empire Building Challenge and its Retrofit Playbook, aiming to promote sustainable practices across the real estate sector.
RISE's E3D Project: enhancing building efficiency with 3D printed concrete facades
RISE's E3D project uses 3D printed concrete facades to enhance building energy efficiency, reduce materials, and promote sustainability in construction.
Optimising residential energy efficiency: tools for assessing heating and cooling demands and emissions
The paper reviews tools for assessing energy demand in European buildings, focusing on space heating and cooling, to support sustainable energy strategies.
Green Over Gray: the visionary legacy of Emilio Ambasz
Green Over Gray is a documentary about the argentinian architect Emilio Ambasz, showcasing his pioneering approach to integrating architecture with nature through his 'green over grey' philosophy and its lasting impact on sustainable design.
Venticool newsletter issue #24 - July 2024
The July 2024 edition of the venticool bi-annual newsletter.
Workshop in Utrecht explores urban renewal in post-war social housing estates
The Green Deal ARV organised a workshop on June 5 in Utrecht, NL, as a part of the World Garden City Conference, celebrated their 100-year anniversary.
Addressing embodied carbon: a critical step toward UK’s net-zero emissions
To achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, the UK must address not only operational but also embodied carbon emissions from building materials and processes, a significant oversight in current policies.
5th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Historic Buildings EEHB 2024
The EEHB 2024 Conference is the gateway to a world of innovation, sustainability, and preservation in the realm of historic buildings.
Built4People Stakeholder Forum 2024
The Built4People (B4P) Partnership brings together the whole value chain to accelerate people-centric innovation for a sustainable built environment.
Enhancing sustainability in construction through Extended Producer Responsibility
A BPIE document advocates for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to enhance recycling and promote sustainable practices in the EU construction sector, aiming to reduce waste and improve resource efficiency.