Topic of the Month (April 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.
This month, the ToM is "Affordable, inclusive and energy efficient buildings". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Revised EPBD with Minimum Energy Performance Standards
- Social housing
- Renovation Wave
and more!
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AdEPorto is a non-profit organisation that supports energy-efficient home renovations in the Porto Metropolitan Area, focusing on energy poverty, and now seeks sustainable funding models after Horizon 2020 funding ended in 2024.
Publication
LEAP enhances home energy efficiency in rural Ireland by coordinating retrofits, securing funding, and ensuring quality through strategic partnerships.
Publication
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) introduces the Building Renovation Passport (BRP) to help plan energy renovations, with a new method developed to schedule cost-effective interventions based on financial circumstances, proven effective through a Portuguese case study.
Publication
The City of London Corporation's new 'Planning for Sustainability Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)' aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 through sustainable building practices, focusing on retrofit, energy efficiency, circular economy, and climate resilience.
News
SERAFIN is a leading French Integrated Home Renovation Services (IHRS) provider, enhancing energy efficiency and social inclusion through comprehensive renovation services, financial support, and strong community partnerships.
Publication
C40 Cities' research shows that adopting clean construction practices will reduce emissions, create millions of green jobs, and improve social equity in cities.
News
MIT researchers found that energy coaching and better data helped households reduce energy bills by 53%, alleviating energy poverty, with lasting results achieved through coaching and smart devices.
News
This policy brief outlines the need for transforming Europe's built environment towards climate neutrality by addressing challenges like climate change, urbanisation, and housing poverty, with the goal of creating a sustainable and resilient future.
Publication
Spain is addressing the housing crisis through innovative, sustainable, and flexible social housing projects that prioritise community, energy efficiency, and adaptability to diverse living needs.
News
This policy needs report outlines the requirements and strategies for EU Member States to implement the 2024 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, focusing on zero-emission buildings, renovation plans, energy performance standards, and ensuring social acceptance.
Publication