Italy recently initiated the test phase for the EU Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI), a tool designed to measure a building's ability to use smart technologies.
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Energy efficiency technologies and solutions
Energy efficiency technologies and solutions
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The European Urban Forum held its inaugural event at the European Parliament on March 18, 2025.
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After completing this Energy Efficiency Expert course, you will be equipped to provide educated advice and help owners of historic homes take concrete steps to reduce the energy footprint of their valuable property.
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This comprehensive guide is designed to assist municipalities in digitalising their building permit systems. It outlines the stages of digital maturity, from paper-based processes to advanced Building Information Modelling (BIM) integrated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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In January 2025, the European Commission launched the Competitiveness Compass, a tool to guide strategic action over the next five years and reignite Europe’s economy. Within this framework, the digital transformation of the construction sector is emerging as both a necessity and a catalyst for greater competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability.
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Smart buildings use advanced technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and automation to optimise energy efficiency, improve comfort, and enhance sustainability while facing challenges such as high costs and interoperability issues.
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APRIL 2025
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Is there an optimal airtightness concept for the refurbishment of thousands of existing buildings? What special features need to be considered when measuring the airtightness of special buildings? Which method for analysing the measured values enables the most accurate predictions of air flow rates under different environmental conditions?
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The Plus Energy Building Hub is a knowledge platform and community promoting energy-positive buildings through case studies, design guidelines, expert insights, and interactive learning to drive Europe’s sustainable future.
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The March 2025 issue of the Air infiltration and Ventilation Centre (AIVC) newsletter is out.
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