REN+HOMES Project launches Building Dynamic Energy Assessment Tool
The Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) is proud to announce the launch of the Building Dynamic Energy Assessment Tool (BDEA), an advanced platform developed within the REN+HOMES project. The tool redefines the way buildings are assessed for energy performance and smart readiness.
Fostering a just energy transition: the LOCATEE project
A just energy transition in Europe requires overcoming barriers to address energy poverty and ensure clean energy for all. The LOCATEE project explains their approach to upgrading private multi-family buildings in a video.
How facility management is reshaping in UK: towards sustainability and smartness
In 2024, regulatory changes, sustainability goals, and AI advancements reshaped facility management, emphasising compliance, energy efficiency, and digital integration, while challenges in Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and collaboration remained.
The Retrofit Credits programme: Decarbonising the social housing sector
Antoine Pellet explains how the Retrofit Credits programme supports decarbonisation in the UK’s social housing sector by offering financial incentives for retrofitting projects that reduce emissions and create local social value.
PhD thesis explores stakeholder strategies for green and circular building concepts
This research examines how stakeholders can promote green and circular building concepts through decision-support models, market insights, and strategies to enhance sustainability in construction projects.
Renovating or constructing from scratch? A sustainable debate
The debate over demolishing or renovating buildings focuses on balancing sustainability, cost, and community needs, with technological advancements helping to extend their lifespans.
Smart windows are getting smarter
Scientists developed a smart window that improves energy efficiency and comfort by managing light and heat, potentially cutting energy costs and emissions, though further design improvements are needed.
Operational effectiveness vs efficiency
Operational effectiveness ensures building systems achieve their goals by adapting to real-time conditions, prioritising outcomes over efficiency alone.
Upskilling the Workforce for the Future of Energy-Efficient Building Renovation
The building renovation sector is evolving with modular solutions and a focus on energy efficiency. To meet industry demands, the SHERLOCK project is equipping professionals with green and digital skills through micro-credential programmes across 8 EU countries.
What Zambia's approach to local building materials teaches us
Using local building materials boosts local economies, creates jobs, reduces carbon emissions, and enhances economic resilience.