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 office building in Aix-en-Provence, built in the 1970s, has an SRI score of 39%. Suggested improvements, like upgrading the heating, lighting, and ventilation systems, adding solar panels, and installing motorised sun protections, could raise its score to 51%, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and flexibility.
Case study
The H2020 Infinite project in Slovenia showcases a sustainable building retrofit using prefabricated panels and energy-efficient solutions, reducing costs and inspiring future eco-friendly renovations across Europe.
News
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
The DOMUS program supports residential energy rehabilitation with tailored services, leveraging local expertise, digital tools, and diverse funding to promote sustainable building decarbonisation.
Publication
A study on two Italian residential renovation projects highlights how Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) leverage energy efficiency, lifecycle assessments, and green certifications to promote sustainable urban development and energy self-sufficiency.
Publication
President Ursula von der Leyen's second mandate prioritises enforcing the European Green Deal, focusing on sustainability, affordable housing, climate action, and urban development, with key initiatives on clean energy, circular economy, and water resilience.
News
La seconda tappa del REbuild Tour 2024/2025, svoltasi a Roma, ha sottolineato l'importanza della sostenibilità nel settore immobiliare, evidenziando la necessità di metriche affidabili e soluzioni per migliorare la vivibilità e la funzionalità degli ambienti urbani.
News
Hauts-de-France Pass Renovation supports homeowners and municipalities with energy-efficient home renovations by providing integrated technical and financial services, including consultations, project management, low-interest loans, and post-renovation support.
Publication
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
The Affordable Housing Initiative (AHI) aims to renovate 35 million buildings by 2030, create green jobs, and promote sustainable, affordable housing across Europe through innovative, community-focused projects.
News