Topic of the Month (June 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 "Increasing energy efficiency and energy affordability for households”. Be ready for these subtopics:
- Energy Efficiency Measures
- Financing investments/schemes for households
- Clean energy transition
and more!
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The LIFE Programme has allocated over EUR 380 million to 133 new green projects across Europe, many of which focus on making the building sector sustainable and inclusive. Below is a non-exhaustive list of these initiatives.
News
This study analyses energy consumption trends in Polish hospitals from 2010 to 2019, revealing that larger hospitals are more energy efficient and identifying key factors influencing energy use, aiming to guide policymakers and administrators in enhancing sustainability in healthcare facilities.
Publication
As global temperatures rise, developers are reviving ancient, energy-efficient cooling methods like green roofs and solar chimneys, which reduce cooling costs and carbon emissions from modern air conditioning systems.
News
The study explores how green roofs and facades enhance energy efficiency by improving insulation, regulating temperatures, and reducing heat island effects, thereby promoting sustainable urban development. The paper also addresses current research gaps in the subject focusing on long-term benefits of these systems.
Publication
Singapore's Pan Pacific Orchard was named '2024 Best Tall Building Worldwide' by the CTBUH for its innovative, sustainable design that integrates nature and community within a high-density urban environment.
Case study
A recent study reveals that building renovations can significantly reduce peak energy demand in Europe by nearly 50% by 2050, saving over €312 billion annually and supporting the transition to climate neutrality while enhancing energy efficiency and equity across the continent.
News
The third handbook of the 'Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) Handbooks' focuses on implementing energy poverty mitigation actions, providing a structured six-step approach for local governments to transform planning into actionable strategies, while emphasising collaboration and adaptation to specific regional needs.
Publication
The Covenant of Mayors' campaign urges cities to phase out fossil-fuel heating through decarbonised solutions, improving health, sustainability, and resilience, with local governments playing a key role.
News
A new study explores the balance between aesthetics and energy efficiency in coloured BIPV modules, finding that darker colours yield higher performance but face increased temperatures, reducing energy output in real-world conditions.
Publication
The European Commission seeks feedback on a regulation to help credit institutions boost financing for energy renovations of worst-performing buildings, with submissions open until November 5, 2024.
News