
Skills recognition pathway for BIM and sustainable energy skills
The ARISE project has developed the maturity based model of digitization skills in sync with sustainable energy skills. The focus is on Building Information Modelling (BIM) aimed at maximising the effect of sustainable energy skills.

The importance of designing with wood and biobased materials
Henning Larsen is a supporter of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and highlight the importance of designing environmentally friendly, healthy, low carbon and resourceful solutions using wood and biobased materials.

Current policies and market developments of renewables in 2022 and forecast to 2027
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has just published "Renewables 2022" which presents an analysis of the sector based on current policies and market developments. It also forecasts he deployment of renewable energy technologies in electricity, transport and heat to 2027.

Strategies for policymakers to reduce CO2 emissions and finance energy transition without harming energy security
The report provides a comprehensive analysis to date of what it would take to bring down global coal emissions rapidly enough to meet international climate goals while supporting energy security and economic growth, and addressing the social and employment consequences of the changes involved.

Searching for space for nature-positive renewables
EU plans to expand renewables will reshape land uses in Europe, and this may trigger conflict. Decision-makers must develop strategic spatial planning to scale up renewable energy capacity in harmony with nature protection and local communities.

Energy Efficiency 2022 - IEA´s annual analysis
The International Energy Agency has just published "Energy Efficiency 2022" which provides an analysis of the global trends and developments about energy efficiency investments, technology, innovation, demand and policies.

AIVC's Ventilation Information Paper #45.3: Trends in building and ductwork airtightness in the Czech Republic
AIVC's Ventilation Information Paper #45.3 summarizes current knowledge on trends in building and ductwork airtightness in the Czech Republic.

What is the state of energy in Europe?
The current energy crisis has led to an EU´s energy policy response to tackle the issues. These policies would also tackle turbulence in energy markets, price volatility and energy insecurity across the world, which has had a huge impact on the EU’s energy system.

Circular economy principles and how to design buildings
This study aims to assist the Commission with identifying policy options that support the uptake of “Circular economy principles for buildings’ design” in European, national and local policies. The goal is to increase the service life of buildings, and facilitate the use of secondary materials.

Retrofit solutions for 69 UK residential buildings using Energiesprong
The Energiesprong whole house retrofit model has been applied across six UK social housing schemes to improve their energy performance. The Energiesprong approach aims to fully insulate homes using offsite manufactured wall and roof panels.