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The built environment is becoming less and less sustainable. Good practices are already in place but more needs to be done by using circular economy approaches.

The transition to a circular economy, also in the construction sector, which is essential to achieve the goal of zero emissions, requires a rapid paradigm shift.

From Tuesday 11 to Thursday 13 June, Brussels will host the 18th edition of the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW). This year the theme is ‘Net-zero energy solutions for a competitive Europe’. In this article, BUILD UP sums up the keynote speeches, and main sessions related to energy efficiency in buildings for our community.

Researchers and engineers have participated in developing and testing a novel digital twin system in over 20 European construction and maintenance sites. They predict integrating digital twin assistants into the routine work processes of construction projects and asset maintenance will become commonplace within five years.

Concrete production poses environmental challenges, requiring innovative solutions for sustainability.

Circular buildings optimise resource use, minimise waste, and offer benefits such as decarbonisation and increased resilience.

A group of college students nicknamed 'All-Stars' is set to collaborate with local communities on Cape Cod to tackle issues of affordable, sustainable, and climate-resilient housing.

The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) strengthens the EU's path to carbon neutrality by prioritising energy efficiency, and mandating zero-emission standards for new buildings while emphasising data transparency.

Local authorities seek EU support for housing initiatives to ease economic strains and enhance sustainability.

With a recent consistent funding, Detroit-based start-up promises major advances in smart building systems.