Topic of the Month (October 2024)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.

El ayuntamiento madrileño de Getafe ha concedido dos nuevas ayudas para la rehabilitación y mejora energética de viviendas y edificios, con un presupuesto total de 750.000 euros.

The European Commission continues to demonstrate its commitment to reducing energy consumption by hosting a General Assembly of the European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition and a High-Level Stakeholder Dialogue with EU industrial leaders.

El gobierno balear impulsa nuevos cheques formativos para mejorar la empleabilidad en el sector de la construcción, financiando cursos presenciales en competencias clave. La iniciativa, dotada con un millón de euros, busca responder a la demanda de perfiles cualificados y sostenibles.

SENSE desarrolla mundos virtuales para reforzar la resiliencia urbana y la participación ciudadana, integrando tecnologías inmersivas en el diseño urbano. Su enfoque innovador ofrece nuevas herramientas digitales para la planificación y adaptación del entorno construido.

GBCE lidera, junto al Ministerio de Vivienda, una alianza europea para descarbonizar los edificios. Esta iniciativa, enmarcada en la Agenda Urbana Europea, busca acelerar la transición hacia un entorno construido más sostenible.

El proyecto MonitorEE, cofinanciado por la UE a través del programa Interreg Europe, busca mejorar la eficiencia energética en edificios públicos mediante monitoreo inteligente, colaboración internacional y políticas basadas en datos, promoviendo infraestructuras más sostenibles e inteligentes.

The BIRTUOSS project presents an innovative strategy for transforming vulnerable neighbourhoods by integrating energy-efficient renovation, social inclusion, and citizen support. It reinforces a strong commitment to sustainable urban development.

LIFE SET HEAT is redefining the energy future of Eastern Europe through sustainable thermal solutions. The project identifies renewable sources and emerging technologies to transform outdated urban heating networks into efficient, low-carbon systems.

Local authorities and experts in Poland are exploring strategies to modernise public buildings through deep energy renovation. Strategic planning, technical support, and access to funding are highlighted as key enablers for meeting the EU’s energy efficiency objectives.

Discover how EU Member States can transform their residential buildings into drivers of energy efficiency and social equity. This practical guide translates Article 9.2 of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) into concrete actions for a fair and sustainable renovation strategy.