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!
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Residents of Burgas can invest in a municipal solar plant for a 30% return over ten years, as part of a citizen energy community.
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Energy Vault and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) are developing gravity energy storage systems for urban high-rises that generate electricity.
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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.
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Building conversations up with... Maarten De Groote, Activity Leader Smart Energy & Built Environment, VITO / EnergyVille
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Toronto researchers propose a system that combines solar panels and hydrogen fuel cells to power buildings sustainably and reducing reliance on the grid.
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This report maps the developing policy landscape at the EU level and provides recommendations to guide policymakers in the implementation of SPENs at national and local level.
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The EU's Solar Rooftop Standard, a part of the EPBD, aims to install 150-200 GW of solar rooftop, mandating solar readiness in new non-residential buildings by 2027, and extending to all new residential structures by 2030.
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This year, BUILD UP has had the pleasure of hosting different webinars, addressing the hottest topics of energy efficiency in the construction sector. Take the opportunity to check some of the most relevant.
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This ending year has been very fruitful in terms of content. Have a look at the most relevant topics that the BUILD UP community has addressed!
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This article presents the overall framework for the definition of Plus Energy Buildings (PEB) and the latest results from projects in terms of technology solutions, multiple benefits analysis, and policy recommendations.
Overview Article