PLENTY LIFE project: a new model for sustainable cities
European cities are embracing a new planning model that unites urban design with clean energy systems. The PLENTY LIFE project, funded by the EU, aims to create more sustainable, efficient, and liveable urban environments across four Member States.
Minimum Energy Performance Standards and renovation trajectories in the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) 2024 drives the renovation of buildings in the EU through Minimum Energy Performance Standards, setting deadlines towards 2050 and including technical and financial support measures.
Social cost-benefit analysis for addressing the Energy Efficiency First principle
Long-term deep renovations deliver greater societal benefits, but limited household reach weakens policy support.
The hidden footprint of buildings
The new European directive EPBD requires measuring the climate impact of buildings from construction to demolition. This guide explains how to calculate it, when to report it, and what steps to take for the built environment to truly support climate neutrality.
Open public consultation: EU seeks views on energy future
The European Commission has launched public consultations on its Electrification Action Plan and Heating and Cooling Strategy, inviting citizens and stakeholders to contribute to shaping the EU’s clean energy future. Submissions are open until 20 November.
CHRONICLE project: bridging the gap between BIM, BEM, and SRI
Explore how the CHRONICLE project bridges BIM, energy modelling, and smart readiness to enable Energy Performance Building Directive-compliant renovation planning, through automated BIM-to-BEP and BIM-to-SRI workflows.
Building Automation and Control Systems impact on EPC classes in Europe
Automation and control systems in buildings offer fast, low-cost improvements in energy performance. This article explores their impact on energy rating classifications across Europe and their role in meeting new minimum efficiency standards.
Artificial intelligence meets construction: Procore and AWS join forces
Procore and AWS have entered a strategic alliance to embed advanced artificial intelligence into construction workflows, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce delays, and drive innovation across the global building sector.
Reimagining infrastructure with artificial intelligence
Smart buildings and campuses are evolving beyond automation, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven systems to enhance security, sustainability, and operational efficiency. This shift marks a strategic transformation in how modern infrastructure is designed and managed.