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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Building conversations up with... Marko Zlonoga, Head of Buildings Department at REGEA.
News
The document highlights the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings through retrofitting, addressing challenges such as high costs, data gaps, and technical issues, while exploring opportunities in innovation and policy to meet net-zero targets by 2050.
Publication
The building renovation sector is evolving with modular solutions and a focus on energy efficiency. To meet industry demands, the SHERLOCK project is equipping professionals with green and digital skills through micro-credential programmes across 8 EU countries.
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This event explores energy-efficient renovations for affordable housing in Europe, featuring local initiatives, policy recommendations, and discussions with key stakeholders.
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Retrofitting the UK’s buildings at scale is vital for meeting housing needs, reducing carbon emissions, and ensuring a fair, sustainable transition for all.
News
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.
Publication
The article examines the energy efficiency challenges in historical churches in central Poland, highlighting the difficulty of aligning them with modern sustainability goals while preserving their historical significance.
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As renovation rates remain low across most of Europe, engineers are seeking more convenient and efficient methods to enhance the energy efficiency of buildings. This article explores a modern renovation method that uses prefabricated panels to insulate a building’s envelope more effectively, helping to save energy and reduce heating costs.
Technical Article
This study explores how adapting historic buildings, like Erbil Citadel houses, into sustainable office spaces enhances employee satisfaction, creativity, and well-being while balancing heritage preservation with modern needs.
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