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EPBD recast – Key documents and tools to be up to date on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
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Topic of the Month (September 2023)

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.

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Evaluating European green building tools: DGNB leads in meeting European Green Deal criteria

The study found that DGNB is the most effective European green building tool in meeting European Green Deal criteria, with HQE and ITACA also performing well but with some limitations.

Publication

22/08/2024

Green buildings: a $1.8 trillion market opportunity according to the World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum highlights a $1.8 trillion market opportunity by 2030 in green buildings, emphasising decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices across global construction sectors.

News

07/08/2024

iBRoad2EPC Report on linking Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) with the Building Renovation Passport (BRP) - Experience from other projects

iBRoad2EPC - Experience from other projects: Linking Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) with the Building Renovation Passport (BRP)

Summarising experience from other projects in relation to new features in view of their potential integration into iBRoad2EPC.

Publication

19/07/2024

Extending the iBRoad Building Renovation Passport I

Report on the adaptation to multi-family and public buildings.

Publication

19/07/2024

iBRoad2EPC in depth

Technical report on the definition of the proposed concept, content and methodology.

Publication

19/07/2024

A greener building sector for a global effort towards sustainability

The global shift towards sustainability in building practices, driven by climate change urgency, emphasises green certifications, lifecycle considerations, and energy-efficient designs in commercial real estate.

News

12/07/2024

Optimising residential energy efficiency: tools for assessing heating and cooling demands and emissions

The paper reviews tools for assessing energy demand in European buildings, focusing on space heating and cooling, to support sustainable energy strategies.

Publication

09/07/2024

2023 in... Experts conversations

This year, BUILD UP had the privilege of engaging in conversations with numerous experts in energy efficiency in buildings, who generously shared their knowledge with our community.

News

03/06/2024