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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Transitioning the building sector to greener practices can significantly reduce carbon emissions and unlock $1.8 trillion in global opportunities through sustainable innovations and collaborative efforts.
News
The renovation of the European Patent Office in Vienna integrates modern sustainability practices with aesthetic enhancements, utilising low-carbon materials and renewable energy systems to achieve energy efficiency and BREEAM 'Outstanding' certification.
Case study
The Sugar Factory estate in Prague has begun constructing initial buildings using Rebetong concrete, an innovative material aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and advancing sustainable building practices in Europe.
News
The construction industry, amidst rising climate challenges and regulatory pressures, is leveraging circular construction, technological innovations, and sustainable materials to minimise environmental impact and foster long-term resilience.
News
Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) reveals the environmental benefits and challenges of various sustainable building materials, from recycled PET to cross-laminated timber, while highlighting the potential of advanced technologies for improving sustainability assessments.
News
The construction sector's significant environmental impact is being mitigated through sustainable practices, renewable materials, and green technologies, despite ongoing challenges like financial constraints and regulatory support.
News
Circular economy principles are slowly emerging in Albania's construction sector amidst challenges related to stakeholder cooperation and economic influences.
Publication
Glass, integral to modern architecture, faces sustainability challenges due to high energy consumption in production, mitigated by innovations like Low-e coatings and recycling efforts.
News
ETH and Basler & Hofmann have developed CAS ETH ReMain, an interdisciplinary course focused on sustainable building repair practices, open for applications starting 1 September, 2024, featured at ETH Industry Day on 21 November.
News
The UK and Saudi Arabia face significant construction waste challenges, and a new AI-based system aims to enhance waste tracking and recycling, supporting sustainable construction goals.
News