Topic of the Month (February 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 'Solutions for the building renovation sector'. Be ready for these subtopics:
- Industrialisation as an enhancer of building refurbisment
- EPBD and National building renovation plans
- Financial instruments to enhance renovation
- Skills for the renovation sector
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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 European Survey on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) and Energy Renovation Policies is now open for participation. This initiative seeks insights from professionals across the building and energy sectors to identify key challenges in achieving sustainable, energy-efficient buildings across Europe.
News
This publication examines how subsidy schemes, such as the Social Climate Fund, must be designed with rigorous technical criteria to ensure an effective reduction in energy poverty.
Publication
A newly developed soil solidifier made from industrial waste has proven effective in enhancing ground strength while significantly reducing the environmental impact of construction.
Publication
In line with the European Commission's Renovation Wave initiative, REHOUSE is accelerating deep, energy-efficient renovations that will reduce energy consumption by more than 60%, improve quality of life and boost job creation across the green building sector.
News
In the context of the EU27 building stock, characterised by high energy demand for space heating, lowering operating temperatures in thermal systems emerges as a key strategy to enhance the seasonal efficiency of heat pumps.
Publication
The construction of tomorrow demands a paradigm shift: sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship are emerging as fundamental pillars. The German Institute for Construction Technology (DIBt) is leading this transformation through guidelines incorporating ecological, social, and economic considerations.
News
BUILD UP’s second-half 2025 Topics of the Month (TOM) are out! Key discussions include integrating solar technologies, local financial tools, energy performance standards, and customer support via one-stop shops. December invites community input for the final topic, fostering collaboration and addressing sector-specific needs through innovative, sustainable solutions.
News
This initiative reinforces the EU’s commitment to urban transformation aligned with the core values of the New European Bauhaus.
News
Expertos y autoridades se reúnen en Madrid para trazar la hoja de ruta hacia la descarbonización del sector de la edificación. Tecnología, eficiencia y electrificación se consolidan como pilares clave para transformar los edificios en agentes activos de sostenibilidad urbana.
News