Topic of the Month (March 2025)
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 'Smart buildings and smart technologies for energy efficiency'. Be ready for these subtopics:
- Smart energy management systems
- Building Energy Performance
- IoT devices, sensors, data analytics and AI
and more...
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Thermotropic (TT) smart windows, especially those with blinds, enhance energy efficiency and daylight comfort, achieving up to 18.9% energy savings by dynamically regulating solar energy.
Publication
Smart solutions address building needs amid climate, net-congestion, and comfort challenges. A holistic approach, matching the needs of diverse stakeholders and taking existing technology and cybersecurity in account, is essential.
Technical Article
This study develops a novel framework integrating Urban Digital Twins and Zero Energy Buildings to optimise energy management, enhance sustainability, and inform smart city development.
Publication
The DigiBUILD project uses artificial intelligence (AI)-driven data services to improve energy efficiency in buildings, reduce emissions, and support the EU's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
News
Building conversations up with... Sophie Dourlens-Quaranta, Managing Partner France at R2M Solution.
News
Residenza I Girasoli in Castenaso, Italy, features energy-efficient, well-insulated buildings with modern HVAC systems, renewable energy sources, and smart technologies, aiming for Plus Energy status while offering limited user customisation.
Case study
What if technology allowed buildings to manage themselves, guaranteeing greater energy efficiency, enhanced comfort, and improved health while quickly paying for themselves through savings on bills? This is already happening—smart buildings are a reality, with various projects demonstrating their advantages.
Overview Article
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