Topic of the Month (December 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.
This month, the ToM is "Smart homes and smart buildings changing the way we live". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Smart technologies in buildings
- Smart energy services
- Energy communities
and more!
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This article explores how smart design, renewable energy, and artificial intelligence are transforming buildings into zero-energy powerhouses—cutting emissions, slashing energy bills, and reshaping the future of sustainable living.
Publication
The Slovenian demo case, developed by INFINITE, showcases how applying the right technology to a poorly insulated building envelope can significantly enhance its energy performance.
Case study
The French case study within the INFINITE project illustrates the feasibility of applying industrialised solutions to deep energy renovation in social housing. It successfully combines energy efficiency, replicability, and respect for the building’s original architectural character.
Case study
Smart connectivity is reshaping the UK property landscape by embedding advanced technologies into the management and use of buildings. This shift is redefining the expectations of both occupants and investors, establishing a new benchmark for efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.
News
The INFINITE project showcases the case study of the sister buildings in Italy, demonstrating how integrated energy systems and technological kits can enhance energy performance in twin residential structures.
Case study
The Nordic Smart Building Initiative (NSBI) establishes a collaborative platform to enhance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and sustainability across Nordic countries, setting a new benchmark for smart building innovation.
News
Europe is facing challenges in replacing outdated building technologies, which hinder the decarbonisation of the construction sector. The project META BUILD is leveraging advanced technologies to optimise energy efficiency, enhance smart building integration, and support the EU’s climate neutrality goals.
News
Sustainability in the built environment is emerging as a strategic pillar in response to the global challenges of climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the depletion of natural resources.
Publication
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.
News
The latest report from EuropeOn underscores the urgent need to modernise home electrical installations as a fundamental requirement for achieving zero-emission buildings. It provides essential guidance for European policymakers in the context of implementing the 2024 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
Publication