The European Commission funds sustainable urban projects in Poland and Czechia
Three projects are being financed by the European Commission to promote sustainable urban infrastructure and improve buildings’ energy efficiency in Poland and Czechia.
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Don’t underestimate curtains on Sustainable Building
Curtains are integral to sustainable building design, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and air quality while promoting occupant well-being.
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Decarbonised heating in cities to accelerate climate transition
The transition away from fossil fuels, crucial for a resilient, climate-neutral future heavily relies on cities.
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Trophées bâtiments circulaires (circular building awards)
A competition to recognise exemplary building projects focusing on reuse.
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What should I attend at EUSEW 2024?
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.
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EU requires disclosure of global warming potential for buildings
Energy performance certificates will soon require Global Warming Potential calculations, which will be based on specific indicators outlined in Level(s).
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Energy communities: a powerful yet overlooked tool in fighting energy poverty
Energy communities, vital for affordable energy access in low-income areas, face challenges despite EU directives favouring decentralised systems.
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The ASHVIN digital twin system builds a more productive, sustainable and safe future
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.
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Plant-based technologies for smart windows
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed novel sustainable electrochromic materials and devices with excellent properties for smart windows.
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Why do we need a circular built environment?
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.
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