Publications

Retabit is a data-driven platform that supports building renovation and urban regeneration by integrating energy, economic, and social factors. It offers tools to analyse conditions and plan interventions, aiding stakeholders in aligning projects with sustainability and climate goals.

India’s buildings could soon do more than shelter—they could power the nation. A new white paper explores how solar façades and rooftops, through Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), may transform urban skylines into clean energy generators.

As climate goals tighten, a new study explores how solar panels and passive house design can work together to cut emissions and boost energy efficiency. The findings offer a roadmap for greener homes, highlighting global trends, key challenges, and smart solutions.

Europe’s energy future is being rewritten. The InEExS roadmap confronts outdated systems with smart tech, blockchain, and bold policy reform—offering a clear path to a cleaner, more connected, and consumer-driven energy landscape.

Scottish rooftops may soon pay their own bills. A new study reveals that Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) systems could slash energy costs and emissions. Aberdeen leads the charge, proving that even grey skies can power a greener future.

As solar power surges ahead, this review unpacks how blending it with wind, diesel, and storage unlocks cleaner, smarter energy. It explores the models and methods shaping tomorrow’s grids, where reliability meets sustainability in a finely tuned balance.

Historic buildings across Europe are embracing solar innovation. This article explores how Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) are helping preserve architectural heritage while advancing energy efficiency, bridging past and future through design.

Norway’s rooftops may hold the key to a greener future. A new study reveals the country’s buildings could generate vast amounts of solar power—enough to transform its energy landscape. But the national grid may not be ready for the full potential just yet.

A pioneering energy system merges solar and biomass to deliver electricity, heat, hydrogen, and propane. Designed for decarbonised buildings, it achieves high efficiency while turning waste into clean fuel, marking a bold step towards sustainable living.

AI is transforming smart buildings into engines of sustainability, equity, and innovation. This study unveils a pioneering framework that blends technology with policy to boost efficiency, empower communities, and shape resilient, future-ready cities.