Topic of the Month (June 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 "Net-zero technologies and buildings". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Prefabrication and off-site construction
- Industrialised processes
- Net-zero energy technologies
and more!
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Construction of a modular prototype based on Passivhaus criteria and fully energy autonomous.
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The global shift towards sustainability in building practices, driven by climate change urgency, emphasises green certifications, lifecycle considerations, and energy-efficient designs in commercial real estate.
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High-rise buildings in cold climates are tackling heating system decarbonisation challenges through NYSERDA's Empire Building Challenge and its Retrofit Playbook, aiming to promote sustainable practices across the real estate sector.
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RISE's E3D project uses 3D printed concrete facades to enhance building energy efficiency, reduce materials, and promote sustainability in construction.
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The Green Deal ARV organised a workshop on June 5 in Utrecht, NL, as a part of the World Garden City Conference, celebrated their 100-year anniversary.
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Transitioning the building sector to greener practices can significantly reduce carbon emissions and unlock $1.8 trillion in global opportunities through sustainable innovations and collaborative efforts.
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The renovation of the European Patent Office in Vienna integrates modern sustainability practices with aesthetic enhancements, utilising low-carbon materials and renewable energy systems to achieve energy efficiency and BREEAM 'Outstanding' certification.
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To remain competitive in the clean energy market and enhance future energy security, Europe must invest in new technologies to reduce import dependency, particularly those essential for decarbonising the building sector.
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The REHVA Manifesto garnered endorsements from European candidates, highlighting its vision for a sustainable Europe and commitment to influencing EU legislation.
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The Green Deal ARV project aims to demonstrate and validate attractive, resilient, and affordable solutions that significantly speed-up deep energy renovations in four different climatic zones in Europe and deployment of energy and climate measures in the construction and energy industries.
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