Energy services are important to tackle energy poverty, however they need to be well defined and economically viable. PowerUP project has developed different innovative business models in 5 pilot areas to generate energy efficiency and renewable energy while also tackling energy poverty.

In this article the author explains his personal research experience of building performance starting from building technologies and building science to a transdisciplinary approach understanding occupants´ perceptions and interaction with buildings.

Global investments in renewables have reached a record high, but needs more equitable distribution among countries. In fact, such disparities have been increasing significantly over the last six years.