Topic of the Month (November 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.
This month, the ToM is "Buildings as energy generators and Plus Energy Buildings". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Digital Twin 4 PEDs
- Energy Communities
- Positive energy districts (PED)/buildings (PEBs)
- Energy Storage
and more!
Showing 1 of 47 posts
This Cultural-E infographic explains Plus Energy Buildings (PEB), which generate more energy than they consume annually using local renewables, ensuring low emissions and efficiency.
Publication
11/03/2025
The Eiksveien 116 project in Østerås, Norway, is a sustainable, energy-efficient care home complex featuring eco-friendly materials, geothermal heating, solar panels, and a green roof, designed to minimise its environmental impact while providing high-quality housing.
Case study
05/03/2025
Residenza I Girasoli in Castenaso, Italy, features energy-efficient, well-insulated buildings with modern HVAC systems, renewable energy sources, and smart technologies, aiming for Plus Energy status while offering limited user customisation.
Case study
03/03/2025
The leaflet outlines the goals of the syn.ikia project, funded by the EU’s Horizon 2020 program, which aims to create sustainable, energy-efficient neighbourhoods across Europe. It features four demo sites in different climates and integrates both passive and active systems.
Publication
24/02/2025
This sustainable Oostvoorne home blends into its forested setting with natural materials, energy-efficient systems, and biophilic design that harmonises architecture and environment.
Case study
24/01/2025
Throughout the year, the BUILD UP portal has hosted numerous webinars featuring key stakeholders, focusing on essential energy efficiency topics in the construction sector. Here are some highlights: don’t miss the chance to revisit the recordings!
News
20/12/2024
Experts from across Europe shared valuable insights on advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings. Here’s a recap of their contributions to BUILD UP in 2024.
News
18/12/2024
Energy efficiency in buildings plays a critical role in decarbonising the European building stock. Check the most relevant topics the BUILD UP community has addressed in 2024 and revisit relevant articles.
News
10/12/2024
In an interview, Lindsay Baker, CEO of the Living Future Institute, highlights the organization's efforts to promote regenerative building practices and emphasises the need for collaboration across sectors to scale sustainable solutions.
News
04/12/2024
The project is the design and construction of a 149.74 sq.m. off-grid passive house on Aegina Island, Greece, featuring energy-efficient systems, renewable energy generation, and a steel structure for fast construction, certified as Passive House Premium.
Case study
02/12/2024