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On the 12th of March 2025, the second ACCORD webinar on the Digital Building Permit tools and methodologies gathered an interactive exchange on the learning materials produced by ACCORD partners.

The European Urban Forum held its inaugural event at the European Parliament on March 18, 2025.

The EU LIFE project RENOVERTY is excited to announce the completion of its Rural Renovation Roadmaps, a practical guide designed to make energy-efficient renovation accessible for rural communities across the EU.

Microplastics, harmful to health and the environment, are heavily generated by the construction industry, which must adopt better practices to reduce their impact.

The integration of smart services offers significant opportunities to optimise energy management, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve consumer engagement. The InEExS Business and Policy Roadmaps provide a clear path to overcome barriers and enable widespread adoption.

Smart buildings use advanced technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and automation to optimise energy efficiency, improve comfort, and enhance sustainability while facing challenges such as high costs and interoperability issues.

The March 2025 issue of the Air infiltration and Ventilation Centre (AIVC) newsletter is out.

La filiera degli smart building in Italia, con un fatturato di 174 miliardi, affronta una carenza di competenze green e smart, richiedendo investimenti in formazione per colmare il gap e favorire la creazione di 200.000 posti di lavoro qualificati.

The webinar explored the role of Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) in improving building efficiency under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). Discussions covered regulatory frameworks, national MEPS initiatives, financial incentives, and digital tools for large-scale renovations.

Five TU Delft students developed sustainable building solutions, including rammed earth walls, biobased materials, circular magnet recycling, post-war neighbourhood renewal, and walnut shell façade panels.