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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Denmark's 70 MW CO2-based seawater heat pump, powered by wind and solar, will heat 25,000 homes and reduce CO2 emissions by 120,000 tons annually, serving as a model for global clean energy transitions.
News
21/01/2025
A health sector building in Western Slovenia underwent energy renovation in 2019, achieving an SRI score of 18%, with potential upgrades like photovoltaic panels and smart systems promising a rise to 51% and improved efficiency, comfort, and flexibility.
Case study
20/01/2025
McKinsey's report stresses the need to scale up heat pump technology, addressing challenges in cold regions, to decarbonize buildings and meet climate goals by 2050 through innovation, efficiency, and alternative heating solutions.
News
09/01/2025
Energy House Labs at University of Salford (Manchester) conducted key research on heating systems, fabric retrofitting, and energy efficiency, with findings shared through studies, collaborations, and media appearances, highlighting sustainable solutions for reducing carbon, improving home heating, and addressing the challenges of rising energy costs and fuel poverty.
News
06/01/2025
LIFE COHEAT2 is leading efforts in southern Denmark to transition 100,000 households to green heating by 2030, through heat pumps, district heating, and local solutions like Thermonet, supported by project development units and community engagement.
News
03/01/2025
SMART-PUMPS Project has developed two surveys: one for installers and one for end users who are willing to buy a residential heat pump, on the topic of selection and installation of heat pumps.
News
02/01/2025
The Elmen social housing project in Luxembourg showcases sustainable design with smart energy systems, achieving a 40% SRI score, with potential upgrades to boost efficiency, comfort, and storage.
Case study
20/12/2024
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
Heat pump sales in Germany are declining due to consumer uncertainty, with widespread adoption of climate-neutral heating technologies needed to meet the country's 2045 net-zero target.
News
17/12/2024