Topic of the Month (February 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 "The revolution of the building sector: Construction 4.0". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Digital Twins for construction projects
and more!
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From 10 to 12 June 2025, Brussels will become the epicentre of Europe’s energy transition as it hosts the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW)—the EU’s flagship event on renewable energy and energy efficiency. To help you make the most of it, BUILD UP has selected the most relevant and insightful sessions focused on energy efficiency in buildings.
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This academic article offers a comprehensive analysis of how intelligent technologies are transforming the construction industry. With the advent of Construction 5.0, the sector is evolving towards a more sustainable, resilient, and human-centred model.
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AI is driving a new era in the construction sector, streamlining processes and enhancing safety. This analysis highlights its key applications and tangible benefits, though its widespread adoption still depends on overcoming technical and training-related challenges.
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A groundbreaking study explores the potential of zeolite and AI-driven initiatives in sustainable construction, aiming to integrate both technologies for net-zero and climate-adaptive buildings.
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The new IRENA's report reveals that a fundamental transformation is needed in how we design, construct, and rehabilitate buildings. It calls for urgent and coordinated action to meet climate goals and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable built environment.
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The AM2PM project aims to transform the construction sector using 3D printing and robotics for sustainable multistorey construction. By leveraging advanced materials and technologies, it targets reduced cement use, lower emissions, and greater efficiency.
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This survey examines offsite construction's potential for cost-effective housing supply, focusing on barriers, market dynamics, policies, and technology, ending on 19th March 2025.
News
Montgomery Sisam Architects designed a modular, energy-efficient Passive House building in Hamilton with 24 units to address homelessness, featuring prefab construction, photovoltaic panels, and community spaces.
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The implementation of the EPBD at the Member State level was the central theme of the BUILD UP Board of Ambassadors meeting recently held in Brussels. 'We can do it,' said Pau Garcia Audi, Policy Officer at DG ENER (European Commission), when talking about the 2050 decarbonisation objective.
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This research explores BIM-based simulations to optimise building insulation, finding urethane foam as the most effective and eco-friendly option for enhancing energy efficiency, reducing costs, and minimising CO2 emissions in Japanese apartments.
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