Topic of the Month (January 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 "Heat pump solutions for buildings". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Heat pump installation in new buildings
- Heating renovation in existing buildings
- Maintenance
and more!
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The seventh carbon budget highlights the need for rapid decarbonisation in buildings, focusing on energy efficiency and electric heating, with urgent policy actions and investment to achieve long-term climate goals.
News
14/03/2025
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
This report updates on heat pump technology in the EU, highlighting growth trends, challenges, and the industry's investment plans to expand capacity and capture long-term market demand.
Publication
03/03/2025
The implementation of the EPBD at the Member State level was the central theme of the BUILD UP Board of Ambassadors meeting recently held in Brussels. 'We can do it,' said Pau Garcia Audi, Policy Officer at DG ENER (European Commission), when talking about the 2050 decarbonisation objective.
News
25/02/2025
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
The WHILARENO project aims to improve energy efficiency through personalised support, contractor selection, and collaboration with municipalities, triggering €120 million in investments and working with over 150 municipalities and 350 renovators.
Publication
05/02/2025
The study assesses EU net-zero manufacturing, mapping capacities, analysing policies, and highlighting challenges, with 75% of countries offering incentives and the Net-Zero Industry Act which stands as a tool to scale up production in EU.
News
27/01/2025
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
Greece has launched a EUR 223.2 million programme to support households in installing solar heaters and heat pumps, aiming to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency, with additional programs for homes, schools, and utilities.
News
24/01/2025