Topic of the Month (May 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 "Circular construction for a sustainable building sector". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Bio-based and low carbon materials
- Life cycle analysis
- Circular economy principles
and more!
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A newly developed soil solidifier made from industrial waste has proven effective in enhancing ground strength while significantly reducing the environmental impact of construction.
Publication
The construction of tomorrow demands a paradigm shift: sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship are emerging as fundamental pillars. The German Institute for Construction Technology (DIBt) is leading this transformation through guidelines incorporating ecological, social, and economic considerations.
News
This initiative reinforces the EU’s commitment to urban transformation aligned with the core values of the New European Bauhaus.
News
Expertos y autoridades se reúnen en Madrid para trazar la hoja de ruta hacia la descarbonización del sector de la edificación. Tecnología, eficiencia y electrificación se consolidan como pilares clave para transformar los edificios en agentes activos de sostenibilidad urbana.
News
Over 50 delegates took part to Rehouse General Assembly, including REHOUSE project partners from France, Germany, Greece, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, Hungary and representatives of the Italian partners involved in the energy requalification of a social building owned by ARCA Capitanata in the municipality of Margherita di Savoia.
News
Modular steel buildings are emerging as a transformative force in sustainable construction. A recent study published in the International Journal of Sustainable Engineering highlights their potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions and reshape the future of the built environment.
Publication
Sustainability in the built environment is emerging as a strategic pillar in response to the global challenges of climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the depletion of natural resources.
Publication
Mineral nanotechnology in concrete waterproofing supports the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive's 2050 decarbonisation goal by improving durability, reducing maintenance needs, and lowering energy consumption in building upkeep and repairs.
Article
The latest Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction reveals both progress and challenges in the sector’s journey towards sustainability. While global initiatives are gaining momentum, the industry remains a major contributor to carbon emissions, demanding urgent action.
Publication
A groundbreaking study explores the potential of zeolite and AI-driven initiatives in sustainable construction, aiming to integrate both technologies for net-zero and climate-adaptive buildings.
Publication