Topic of the Month (April 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.
It will cover issues as:
- Knowledge sharing to overcome technological and economic barriers
- Energy Efficiency Knowledge Transfer Framework (KTF)
- Knowledge transfer and dissemination of best practices in building retrofitting
- Occupants' knowledge and information on technologies
- Shape user behaviour / habits
- Bridging information gap on Energy Efficiency in buildings
- The NZEB Roadshow
- Call for Citizen Led Renovation Facility
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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.
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CIRIA and RSK Geosciences are developing a comprehensive climate guide for the construction sector to manage climate change impacts and liabilities in land development, supported by several organizations in UK.
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
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.
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Digital technologies in urban environments enhance sustainability but also raise concerns about privacy, bias, and equity, highlighting the need for community involvement and ethical planning to ensure equitable benefits for all residents.
News
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
EPAH supports local governments in tackling energy poverty by offering capacity-building courses and sharing real-world insights from frontline practitioners.
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.
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This report by IFC and UNEP predicts the sustainable cooling market in developing economies will double to $600 billion annually by 2050, highlighting the need for financing and collaboration.
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