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Researchers from Salford University are developing "zero carbon ready" homes in a laboratory. The Energy House 2.0 laboratory has two environmental chambers that are big enough to host two detached houses. The lab also offers the possibility to test different weather conditions to monitor the effects on the structure and building materials.  
Post date: 8 Mar 2023
Type: News

Artificial intelligence (AI) and, in general, digitalisation can help us fight the climate crisis because they provide a more efficient use of energy resources and the integration of renewable energy into the grid.
Post date: 2 Mar 2023
Type: News

This study has been commissioned by Renovate Europe Campaign to E3G, an independent climate change think tank accelerating the transition to a sustainable world.
Post date: 7 Feb 2023
Type: Publication

This platform aims to support innovation that helps society adapt to climate change and move towards a sustainable and decarbonised economy, as it believes that this also represents a wealth of opportunities not only for business but also for society at large.   More information here.
Post date: 2 Feb 2023
Type: Link

The Finnish city Turku and the French city Dijon are leading the path towards becoming a climate-neutral city before 2030. The two cities, that are part of Cities Mission, are testing a veriety of options to become climate-neutral. Among them, for example, is the main goal to create "positive energy districts".  
Post date: 2 Feb 2023
Type: News

Start date: 1 October 2021 - End date: 30 September 2025 Partners  
Post date: 18 Jan 2023
Type: Link

The Committee of the Regions has published a Handbook that provides targeted guidance on financial aid and technical assistance for local and regional authorities who are responsible for the implementation of the European Green Deal.  
Post date: 13 Jan 2023
Type: Publication

Start date: 1 October 2022 - 31 March 2025 Partners  
Post date: 10 Jan 2023
Type: Link

The Consumer Barometer of Renewable Energy has been developed in Switzerland and provides insights about what consumers think concerning energy and climate topics. The study is published annualy and it is now at its 12th edition. The sample of consumers is of more than 1000 respondents.  
Post date: 10 Jan 2023
Type: Tool

IRENA´s report highlights the previous and ongoing work to support countries in implementing energy transition measures and reach the climate commitments. The Agency is directly involved in supporting 83 countries, that are Parties to the Paris Agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), to effectively implement national policies and plans to become more sustainable.
Post date: 20 Dec 2022
Type: Publication