Topic of the Month (March 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 "Sustainable energy skills". Be ready for these subtopics:
- BUILD UP Skills
- EU policies and initiatives
- Upskilling professionals
and more!
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New European Bauhaus Academy Alliance.
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The drive towards energy-efficient building practices, exemplified by initiatives like the EUKI project UPGREAT, underscores the pivotal role of education and training.
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In the dynamic world of the built environment, skills are paramount. Formal education programs, like architecture, engineering, and construction management degrees, provide a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise. Ongoing training initiatives, such as the ARISE project, and continuing education courses keep skilled workers updated with industry trends and technological advancements, ensuring their relevance and adaptability in the evolving construction sector.
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As part of BPIE´s Climate Conversations series, Tom Deleu (EFBWW’s Secretary General) has been interviewed to discuss about skills in construction.
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The European Commission has recently presented an action plan to tackle labour and skills shortages in collaboration with Member States.
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Energy efficiency retrofitting of buildings is a topic high on the EU policy agenda since buildings are identified as one of the main sources of energy savings.
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On March 4th 2024, the new Austrian education and training roadmap for professionals in the building sector was presented to members of educational institutions, chambers and guilds, policy makers and professionals within a final public event in Vienna.
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This article delves into the multifaceted realm of skills development in Europe's construction and building sector, exploring the critical role it plays in shaping the industry's future. How is Europe investing in education, training, and professional development to create a workforce equipped to tackle the upcoming challenges, such as the decarbonisation of the building stock?
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BUILD2050 fosters sustainable, healthy European building practices through interdisciplinary courses aimed at decarbonising construction by 2050, supported by a network of academic and sector partners.
Technical Article
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