Topic of the Month (August 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.
These months, the ToM is 'Passive cooling solutions for buildings', with subtopics such as:
- Building design
- Energy consumption and energy savings
- Indoor comfort
and more!
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Vertical gardens, integrated into building facades, improve air quality, regulate temperature, enhance biodiversity, and promote well-being, making urban spaces more sustainable and aesthetically appealing.
News
Researchers have developed porous PMMA sheets that passively cool buildings by reflecting light and radiating heat, offering an energy-efficient solution to combat rising temperatures.
News
This paper analyses the climate resilience of social housing renovations in the Basque Country, emphasising the importance of passive and active measures to reduce heating demand, minimise overheating risks, and lower environmental impact, with potential savings in energy and CO2 emissions.
Publication
This sustainable Oostvoorne home blends into its forested setting with natural materials, energy-efficient systems, and biophilic design that harmonises architecture and environment.
Case study
Ancient passive cooling techniques, like thick walls, shaded designs, and water systems, offer sustainable solutions for modern buildings to stay comfortable during heatwaves and blackouts.
News
A draughty cottage in Blackburn North was transformed into a sustainable, energy-efficient Passivehouse-standard home using recycled materials and ecological design.
Case study
The study evaluates the capacity of Montenegrin residential buildings to prevent overheating by analysing building features, occupant behaviour, and climate data, highlighting the need for proactive policies and improved passive design measures to address increasing overheating risks under future climate conditions.
Publication
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
This 2024 semi-detached Passive House in Évora, Portugal, features energy-efficient design, including solar panels, heat recovery ventilation, and a thermosiphonic system, with a focus on low heating demand and renewable energy generation.
Case study
This review examines 82 studies on multi-objective optimisation in low-energy buildings, focusing on energy, thermal comfort, and air quality, highlighting key trends, methods, and future research opportunities, particularly with AI advancements.
Publication