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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.

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Podcast: project Sustenance and grid flexibility
In The EU Energy Projects Podcast, Professor Birgitte Bak-Jensen explains how Project Sustenance empowers consumers to engage in the energy transition by enhancing grid flexibility and adapting the EU energy grid to renewable sources.
News
25/09/2024
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Façade design for a greener urban environment
This study reviews how façade design—through materials, geometry, and vegetation—can address urban heat, pollution, and biodiversity loss, highlighting benefits and trade-offs while identifying research gaps.
Publication
25/09/2024
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Call for papers: enhancing IEQ in the built environment
The Journal of Building Design and Environment is inviting researchers to contribute articles on improving energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and occupant well-being in the built environment.
News
23/09/2024
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Barriers to green space heating & cooling and how to overcome them
The paper highlights that green heating and cooling technologies, despite their benefits, are underused in Europe due to barriers such as dependence on fossil fuels and insufficient expertise; however, targeted policies and innovations could enhance their adoption and contribute to achieving climate goals.
Publication
19/09/2024
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New standards and new habits for sustainability
Households contribute 40% of UK greenhouse gas emissions, and habits like temperature preferences and window use impact energy consumption, underscoring the need for both sustainable home design and resident education.
News
18/09/2024
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Merging Zambian culture with sustainable architecture
Tusankine Salasini, a Zambian architectural student, integrates traditional Zambian art with sustainable design in her master's studies to promote eco-friendly and culturally rich architecture.
News
16/09/2024
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Sustainable building practices and regulations in the US
The built environment is growing rapidly, with major climate impacts. Some US regulations address this by mandating greenhouse gas disclosures; sustainable practices include US-based certifications like LEED and ENERGY STAR, and are essential for inclusive development in the US.
News
12/09/2024