Topic of the Month (September 2023)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This month, the ToM is "Building Performance Assessment". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Next generation EPCs
- Energy savings measurement and verification (M&V)
- Energy contracts
and more!
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Policymakers must step up and deliver on climate targets by phasing out the installation of new fossil fuel boilers in the EU by 2030. Learn how in the new ECOS (Environmental Coalition on Standards) video.
News
Technical report on the definition of the proposed concept, content and methodology.
Publication
Report on the adaptation to multi-family and public buildings.
Publication
Summarising experience from other projects in relation to new features in view of their potential integration into iBRoad2EPC.
Publication
It is not always possible to achieve the Passive House Standard (new constructions) for refurbishments of existing buildings, even with adequate funds. For this reason, the PHI has developed the “EnerPHit – Quality-Approved Energy Retrofit with Passive House Components” Certificate.
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"From LCA to Circular Design: A Comparative Study of Digital Tools for the Built Environment," navigates this dynamic landscape, exploring how digital tools and methods can shape the future of Construction 4.0 with a focus on the Circular Economy.
Publication
Co-organised by France and the United Nations Environment Programme, projects can be sent to this global forum, which will take place in Paris on the 7th and 8th of March and will bring together the world's leading actors in the sector for conferences, workshops, high-level roundtables and a ministerial meeting.
News
At the end of 2023, BUILD UP had the pleasure of interviewing Hans Rhein, Head of Unit (Life Energy and Life Climate), European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), European Commission about the BUILD UP portal.
Audio-visual resources
BUILD UP was fortunate to interview Paula Pinho, Director, DG ENER, European Commission, about the European Year of Skills. Of particular focus in the interview was the very important topic of upskilling professionals in the building sector.
Audio-visual resources
This year, BUILD UP has had the pleasure of hosting different webinars, addressing the hottest topics of energy efficiency in the construction sector. Take the opportunity to check some of the most relevant.
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