
What is missing for a circular transition in the built environment? MIT study investigates
The construction sector's shift from a 'take-make-dispose' model to a circular 'make-use-reuse' approach aims to reduce waste. MIT-led innovations, stakeholder support, and policy incentives are driving adoption.
18/12/2024
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Australian start-up launches trials for energy-efficient AC
Conry Tech is launching trials for its energy-efficient air conditioning technology, aiming to cut emissions by 40% in commercial buildings, with plans for wider deployment in Australia next year.
18/12/2024
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Andreas Hermelink: ‘Better data allowing better decisions could save billions of Euros in the decarbonisation of buildings’
Building conversations up with... Dr Andreas Hermelink, Director at Guidehouse and EU Building Stock Observatory (BSO) project lead.
17/12/2024
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Germany's effort to boost heat pump adoption for net-zero goals
Heat pump sales in Germany are declining due to consumer uncertainty, with widespread adoption of climate-neutral heating technologies needed to meet the country's 2045 net-zero target.
17/12/2024
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Transforming the built environment: insights from the 2024 UKGBC future leaders programme
The built environment's significant impact on carbon emissions and resources requires transformative change, with the UKGBC developing future leaders to overcome industry challenges and drive sustainability through leadership, innovation, and collaboration.
17/12/2024
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Urban resilience: key takeaways from COP29
COP29 focused on climate finance, carbon markets, and renewable energy to support urban resilience, but challenges remain in securing adequate funding and phasing out fossil fuels.
17/12/2024
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New ARV e-marketplace online
ARV's new e-marketplace offers innovative solutions, products, and tools for planning, delivering Climate-Positive Circular Communities and retrofitting buildings across Europe.
16/12/2024
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New LIFE for construction waste: changing mindsets for recycling
A two-day meeting brought together EU stakeholders to discuss innovative solutions for reducing, reusing, and recycling construction and demolition waste, a major environmental challenge in Europe, with a focus on advancing circular economy practices and aligning with EU sustainability goals.
16/12/2024
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Portugal joins EU's Smart Readiness Indicator trials to advance energy-efficient buildings
The Smart Readiness Indicator evaluates buildings' ability to use smart technologies for energy efficiency and environmental goals, with trials across 15 EU countries refining methods and aligning with clean energy objectives.
16/12/2024
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SUPER-i transforms social housing through energy efficiency and collaboration
Stakeholders from across Europe gathered recently in Copenhagen for the SUPER-i project’s final event. This event highlighted innovative approaches, tangible results, and actionable insights from the project’s pilot initiatives in Denmark, Italy, and Slovenia, underscoring the transformative potential of energy efficiency in social housing.
13/12/2024
Marta Falsini