Topic of the Month (December 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 "Building stock data: towards transparent and reliable information”. Be ready for these subtopics:
- EU Building Stock Observatory
- Building energy performance monitoring
- Digital Twins
and more!
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The construction industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation driven by the integration of advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and augmented reality. This will enable modern homes to become more efficient and sustainable.
News
The integration of the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) into Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) marks a significant step towards the digitalisation and sustainability of Europe’s building sector.
Publication
The newly published CWA 18127:2024 initiative drives forward the digitalisation, sustainability, and regulatory coherence of building energy performance assessments, laying the groundwork for a more transparent and integrated evaluation framework.
Publication
The Nordic Smart Building Initiative (NSBI) establishes a collaborative platform to enhance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and sustainability across Nordic countries, setting a new benchmark for smart building innovation.
News
Exploiting data through innovative services can significantly enhance the energy and environmental performance assessment of the building stock. Key factors for success include data availability, accessibility, and quality. Within the H2020 TIMEPAC project, emphasis has been placed on enhancing the usability, reliability, and enrichment of Energy Performance Certificate data to effectively support urban-scale energy analysis.
Technical Article
El proyecto, impulsado por el Green Building Council España (GBCE), se alza con el Premio de Sostenibilidad por su innovadora metodología para medir la huella de carbono en edificios, marcando un hito en la construcción sostenible en España.
News
With heightened awareness, strong public support, and industry-wide efforts, the construction sector is accelerating its transition towards sustainability, as highlighted in the recent barometer developed by Saint-Gobain.
Publication
This report proposes a harmonised data ecosystem to simplify sustainability reporting, enhance decision-making, and support decarbonisation in the built environment.
Publication
This High Level Construction Forum video series explores the benefits and challenges of implementing Digital Building Logbooks, which centralise building data to enhance information sharing and support the digital transformation of the construction ecosystem.
News
This High Level Construction Forum video series explores the benefits and challenges of implementing Digital Building Logbooks, which centralise building data to enhance information sharing and support the digital transformation of the construction ecosystem.
News