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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Europe's construction sector, through the Construction 2050 Alliance, urges support from President von der Leyen for advancing competitiveness, affordable housing, and sustainability initiatives.
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The European Environmental Bureau (EEB) explores sufficiency as a holistic solution to address the urgent challenges of affordable housing and the building sector’s environmental impact.
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The UK faces challenges in achieving net-zero buildings due to high retrofit costs, a shortage of skilled workers, and the need for energy technology solutions, requiring collaboration and training to meet climate targets.
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The ongoing war in Ukraine has highlighted the urgent need for sustainable, resilient infrastructure, with European initiatives - like the New European Bauhaus - supporting Ukraine's reconstruction.
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The Energy Institute Hrvoje Požar in Zagreb launched its nZEB training centre, showcasing a nearly zero-energy building with smart technologies, aimed at promoting energy efficiency and green transition in Croatia.
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The Decarbonisation of the Energy Sector project in Montenegro involves energy renovation in 23 buildings, and the modernisation of the electricity distribution for a total investment of EUR 34 million.
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Ahead of the COP29 in Baku, the Green Building Council network called for bold action to decarbonise the built environment, urging governments to enhance climate goals, prioritise finance for buildings, and commit to near-zero-emission buildings by 2030.
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London showcases sustainable urban innovation through several projects, all of which integrate eco-friendly design, historical preservation, and green spaces to address climate challenges and promote sustainability.
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The EPAH conference highlighted projects like LIFE ReHABITA and CoolToRise, which help European communities tackle energy poverty by improving home efficiency for winter warmth and promoting sustainable cooling for summer heat.
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Energy poverty affects millions in Europe, leading to EU-funded initiatives like the POWERTY project, which emphasises clear definitions, long-term commitments, and community involvement to support vulnerable populations across several regions.
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